New Carnival and the Isle of Wight College performing arts students present a ‘Folktastic Isle’ performance, featuring Island folk tales- The Lost village of Wolverton, The Pied Piper of Newtown, The Chale/Blackgang Giant, Molly Downer and the Arreton witch who turned into a hare.
Brought to life with New Carnivals spectacular giant costumes and puppets. Including Maypole dancing. Directed by Charles Bonner and choreographed by Iona Wallace and Eloise Preston. Costumes by New Carnival, Kira Lacey and Joel Lines.
On The Shoulders | Pirates of the Carabina
19 September 2026
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ventnor Exchange Arena, Victoria Recreation Ground, Recreation Ground Road, Newport, PO30 5AH (Central)
OVERVIEW
Join us in the Arena, our Big Top tent, this Autumn for a brand new show created by the award winning Pirates of the Carabina
On the Shoulders is an aerial & acrobatic circus show celebrating female solidarity and intergenerational connection in the face of all that we hold.
Beautiful, surprising and unlike anything else you’ll see this year. Three multi-skilled performers blend aerial, circus, dance, puppetry, verbatim theatre and live music, performed in, on and around a spectacular giant puppet.
On The Shoulders brings humour and beauty to the real stories of women living in the South West, exploring our collective strength and intergenerational connection.
A production by Pirates of the Carabina, the award-winning creators of Flown and Pirate Taxi. Presented as part of CAN YOU HEAR US? a six week island-wide celebration.
EARLYBIRD discount 15% off using discount code: ARENA26 if booked before the end of August.
Accessibility
Steps
The Arena has a ramp entrance available with all seats on Row B step free. There are also two designated wheelchair spaces. Information on accessible toilets are being confirmed, so please contact us if you are coming in a wheelchair.
Carers/Assistants
We’re happy to provide free tickets to carers/assistants. Please let us know when you book and we’ll issue a complimentary ticket.
