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Shademakers are one of the leading carnival groups in Europe. They are an Island-based artist-led company and if you’ve stood on the street and watched a carnival parade pass through your town, you’ve probably seen their troupe dancing past whilst donning spectacular costumes.

Below are articles relating to Shademakers.

5, February 2025·2 min read

Packs’ People: A journey through the history of Ryde’s iconic department store

Explore the memories of Packs department store through the new Packs’ People oral history project

2, January 2025·8 min read

Reflecting on a vibrant 2024: Shademakers’ journey and aspirations for 2025

Discover Shademakers’ reflections on a transformative 2024 and their exciting plans for 2025

13, December 2024·3 min read

Elizabeth Pack: Learn about life behind the scenes at the famous IW department store from those who worked and shopped there (audio and photos) (updated)

Packs' People oral history project revives memories of the golden age of department store

11, December 2024·6 min read

Department’s transformation in Ryde highlighted in ‘Power to Change’ report

New report spotlights Ryde's Department in reimagining community spaces for high streets

Queen's Beasts Pageant lion costume in Sandown carnival parade

26, August 2024·1 min read

Sandown Illuminated Carnival to feature spectacle by Shademakers UK

Shademakers UK set to dazzle at Sandown's final illuminated carnival of the season

30, July 2024·2 min read

Shademakers’ Ad Astra brings a dazzling costume spectacle to Shanklin Theatre this week

Immerse yourself in the vibrant theatrical journey of Ad Astra at Shanklin Theatre. This Tuesday and Wednesday evening

23, July 2024·2 min read

Shademakers’ Ad Astra brings a dazzling costume spectacle to Shanklin Theatre

Immerse yourself in the vibrant theatrical journey of Ad Astra at Shanklin Theatre. Join them for a tale of hope, starring the majestic Kolibri

1, March 2024·1 min read

Join an epic production: Shademakers UK’s recruitment workshop opens

Be part of the 'Ad Astra' show with Shademakers UK's recruitment drive

Ad Astra exhibition at Quay Arts showing carnival costumes that are related to birds and flight

27, January 2024·3 min read

Do not miss Shademakers’ Ad Astra Diamond Jubilee costume exhibition at Quay Arts – It’s staggering

Don't miss the stunning craftsmanship of Shademakers at Quay Arts' latest exhibition and hear the Artistic Director discuss the process at free talk on Sunday

Close up of costume in Ad Astra exhibition

16, January 2024·2 min read

Shademakers UK Artistic Director Paul McClaren to reveal secrets behind ‘Ad Astra’

Paul McClaren to share creative insights at 'Ad Astra' exhibition artist talk. Book your free place now

Paul Mclaren, Sharon George and Joe Plumb

29, December 2023·3 min read

Cultural evolution on the high street: Department’s transformation into a community hub (podcast)

Pull up a chair, get comfy and listen to our hour long+ conversation with the team from Shademakers to find out more about their plans for the coming year and what's happening with Ryde's former department store

6, December 2023·1 min read

Ad Astra exhibition takes flight at Quay Arts with stunning kinetic creations from Shademakers

Shademakers UK's Ad Astra exhibition soars with flight-themed costumes at Quay Arts from this weekend

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