UNFORTUNATELY, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND IS CURRENTLY BEING RESCHEDULED.
For the first time ever Brave Island presents a day festival produced and performed by young islanders aged 14-25. The festival programme includes a creative showcase with theatre, music, spoken word and also the launch of the 4th edition of the Brave Island zine. This event is a culmination of events and workshops over the past year supported by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
The FREE event will take place on Saturday 10th October at Sandham Gardens in Sandown. The Festival itself will be in and around The Ventnor Exchange Arena, the Isle of Wight’s very own Big Top, a beautiful Pink and white circus tent which debuted at Ventnor Fringe last year. For the festival it will be home to our two headline events: SHOWCASE and ZINE LAUNCH.
Showcase brings together several Isle of Wight youth performing arts organisations for a mixed bill event in the Arena. Highlighting the varied performing arts training and creative work taking place across the Island.
The event will feature young local artists presenting work across theatre, acting, and dance. The lineup includes performances from Apollo Youth Theatre, StoneCrabs, TheatreTrain and The Bull Ring Theatre. You can expect previews of upcoming productions, musical theatre mashups, original music and more!
Accessibility
Steps
The Arena has a ramp entrance available with all seats on Row B step free. There are also two designated wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets will be available.
Carers/Assistants
Ventnor Exchange are happy to provide free tickets to carers/assistants. Please let them know when you book, and they will issue a complimentary ticket.
