CAN YOU HEAR US? opens at the newly launched Ventnor Exchange Arena with a big night of live music, performance and entertainment.
Sol Grimshaw and a live brass band will bring soul, jazz and the feel of a New Orleans street party into the Arena. Around them, there’ll be cabaret, close-up magic, puppetry and live theatre, with StoneCrabs Theatre, Somewhen Survival Society and other performers appearing throughout the space.
The Arena will be set up with a mix of cabaret-style seating and standing space, with sideshows and performances happening around the room. Grab a drink, take a seat or move around and see what you find.
One big opening night to get CAN YOU HEAR US? underway.
GETTING HERE AND PARKING
There is very limited parking on site. For performances and larger events, please use one of the nearby car parks below and allow extra time to walk to the venue.
- Britannia Parking Group, Hearn Street, Newport, PO30 5HA
Around 11 minutes walk. 150 spaces. £3 for up to 3 hours. - Carisbrooke High Street Car Park, PO30 1NR
Around 12 minutes walk. 48 spaces. First hour free with a ticket, then charges apply. - Lugley Street Car Park, 60–66 Lugley Street, Newport, PO30 5EL
Around 12 minutes walk. 126 spaces. £4.10 for up to 2 hours, £6.15 for up to 3 hours.
Parking charges and availability may change, so please check signs when you arrive.
If you are driving, we recommend heading directly to one of these car parks.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The nearest bus stop is Simeon Monument, Carisbrooke Road, around a 2-minute walk from the venue. Newport Bus Station is around a 15-minute walk away. For local bus routes and live travel information, visit Southern Vectis: https://www.islandbuses.info/Accessibility
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.
