In collaboration with News OnTheWight, for the very first time Ventnor Fringe Festival will be inviting audiences to vote for their favourite show to win the prestigious Audience Choice Award.
A second ‘Spirit of the Fringe Award’, named in memory of local resident Ray Durham, will be awarded to an artist, selected by the staff and volunteer team, who most embodies the spirit and ethos of the festival.
Trophies and cash prizes
Specially commissioned trophies have been designed for both awards, which will also come with £500 cash prizes.
Festival Co-Director, Jack Whitewood, said,
“With hundreds of shows and artists to see over the ten days of Ventnor Fringe, and many artists showcasing and testing new material, we wanted to find a way to celebrate audiences’ favourite acts, as well as those performers that go above and beyond to make the event the eccentric, creative feast that it is!”
Rouse: ‘The show must go on!’ – and we want to do what we can to make that happen!
The Award is generously sponsored by local financial advisers Rouse Limited.
Ben Rouse from Rouse Limited explained,
“I have always enjoyed coming to the Fringe not just for the entertainment, but also because it provides a much-needed opportunity to showcase the talent of the many bright and original acts that are essentially waiting in the wings for their big break.
“The arts and entertainment industry has been particularly badly hit over the last 18 months and Rouse Limited is delighted to be able to support this home-grown event that draws on the unique creativity of Ventnor and creates a platform for others to grow.
“To re-use an old saying: ‘the show must go on!’ – and we want to do what we can to make that happen!
How to vote
Audiences will be able to vote through the Fringe Festival Website or by using QR codes placed across the event.
Happy Fringing and don’t forget to vote for your favourite act/show.
See the full line-up on the Ventnor Fringe Website.
