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Quay Arts

The terrace at Quay Arts Newport, Isle of Wight Quay Arts in Newport is the Isle of Wight’s main arts hub, hosting music, theatre, comedy and art events as well as a restaurant and arts and craft shop.

Providing four gallery spaces, a theatre, a newly refurbished bar, a popular restaurant and room for rental, it servers the artistic community on the Island, as well as those simply looking for space to hire.

Quay Arts can also accommodate weddings.

12, March 2018·1 min read

Historian beats death to talk on Hidden Heroes and raise money for air ambulance

After collapsing suddenly a month ago and being airlifted to Southampton Hospital, Mei Trow has bounced back and is raring to go. Hear him talk on Wednesday about his Isle of Wight Hidden Heroes.

15, March 2018·1 min read

Isle of Wight Children’s Festival: Magical performances and loads of free events

As well as magical children's performances from Moomins and Yetis, there'll be loads of free workshops and sessions for children to take part in at the first Isle of Wight Children's Festival at Quay Arts.

29, March 2018·2 min read

A bank holiday weekend bursting at the seams

Whatever you are up to this weekend, why not try to fit a visit to our favourite arts centre in. There is so much going on, it's hard to turn it down.

3, April 2018·1 min read

Arts grants up for grabs for 18-30 year olds through the Mike Howley Trust

Any young person (age 18‐30 years) interested in working in the arts – performance, music, writing, dance – is encouraged to apply for one of this year’s Mike Howley Trust grants to help realise their creative ambitions.

10, April 2018·1 min read

Isle of Wight Children’s Festival promises a truly unique experience later this week

From this Thursday the brilliant Quay Arts Centre in Newport will be transformed into a three-day hub of activity and fun for families with incredible performances, spell binding storytelling, magical experiences, mad games and wicked workshops!

27, April 2018·1 min read

Anna & Elizabeth bring Appalachian music, Moogs and Mellotrons

Let’s pack the theatre full with Islanders to welcome these very special visitors from the USA.

2, May 2018·2 min read

Major boost for Isle of Wight Arts as MP secures ‘Priority treatment’ from Arts Council

Museums such as Dimbola, as well as arts organisations such as Ventnor Exchange and Quay Arts will benefit from new priority status with Arts Council.

Quay Arts Centre support Paul Armfield and Keith Greenfield

10, May 2018·1 min read

Wightlink announce major new sponsorship deal with Quay Arts

The vibrancy of Quay Arts has been turned around in the last couple of years and now offers a wide and varied programme of arts events. Wightlink have now offered their support to this vital cultural hub in the heart of Newport.

Wightlink Wight Mountain Cycle Racing Team and Keith Greenfield

17, May 2018·1 min read

Isle of Wight sporting successes brought to life at celebratory event

The event was attended by a number of sports people, teams, arts organisations and charities, also supported by Wightlink and Southern Vectis.

25, May 2018·1 min read

StoneCrabs Theatre present Arthur Miller’s ‘Some Kind of Love Story’ at Quay Arts

Time Out says this theatre company "does a magnificent job of introducing undeservedly neglected plays to UK audiences for the first time". Stonecrabs Theatre are bringing two to Quay Arts in June.

21, June 2018·1 min read

Blooming marvellous! Exhibition at Quay Arts a must-see

The latest exhibition in The West Gallery is fabulous and well worth a look - but be quick, it closes on 30th June.

9, July 2018·1 min read

Jack Barnes joins Ventnor Exchange as first creative apprentice

Could Jack Barnes, a recent graduate of Platform One Music College, possibly be the most punk person employed by the Isle of Wight council? He joins Ventnor Exchange and Quay Arts as their first creative apprentice as part of the Lift The Lid project.

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