Review: Burning Down the Horse at Ventnor Fringe 2026
A ruthless leader. A devoted assistant. An idiot. A coward. A rebel. You’re familiar with Burning Down the Horse’s eclectic crew the second you step into the theatre. One will ask you for snacks, another will prepare you for war, whatever the interaction it’s hard not to be immediately charmed. Fishing 4 Chips’ production transports […]
Interview: Media Team Interviews at Ventnor Fringe 2026
Watch some interviews from this year’s media team at Ventnor Fringe, organised through Brave Island. The team watched shows, interviewed artists, wrote reviews, and captured photos and videos of the event. Take a look at the rest of their content on our blog.
News: Ventnor Fringe 2026 Gallery
Explore a selection of photos from this year’s media team at Ventnor Fringe, organised through Brave Island. The team watched shows, interviewed artists, wrote reviews, and captured photos and videos of the event. Take a look at the rest of their content on our blog. Above photos by Molly Faithfull Above photos by Scott Martin […]
Review: Rabbits Out of the Hat at Ventnor Fringe 2026
Magic shows aren’t hard to come by, they’ve been prominent in culture as early as ancient Egypt, where the first recorded ‘cups and balls’ magic trick took place. Therefore, pleasing an audience who’ve seen their fair share of illusions can be a challenging feat, even for the most skilled magicians. Rabbits Out of the Hat […]
Review: Police Cops at Ventnor Fringe 2026
Police Cops was a hot topic at Ventnor Fringe this year. You’d often walk past a crowd praising its ingenuity, expressing their desire to see it again and, most often, calling it totally hilarious. Hearing the virtues of such a well-loved show meant going to experience it first-hand was non-negotiable and safe to say, I […]
Review: Ventnor Fringe 2026 Reviews
Huge Davies: Work In Progress @ Ingrams Yard – Sat 18th July Despite Huge Davies having performed at Ventnor Fringe multiple times, this was my first time catching the comedian live. Known for his musical standup shows, and often performing while wearing a keyboard, I enjoyed how Davies mixed musical elements with that of the […]
Review: River Man: Inspired by Nick Drake at Ventnor Fringe 2026
At the beautiful, sun-filled setting of St Catherine’s Church, on the evening of Saturday 18th July, I was fortunate enough to catch the debut Ventnor Fringe show of Jay River, a young musician and composer from the Island. Playing a thoughtfully curated selection of songs from across Nick Drake’s three albums and wider discography, the […]
News: Top 5 Opportunities in July
Each month we round up five of the most exciting opportunities currently available for young people living on the Isle of Wight, whether that’s from Brave Island or from other organisations we think you should get involved with! Check out our top picks for July below. Create Short Film for Channel 4 News We’re looking […]
Advice: Brave Island Guide to Ventnor Fringe
Think nothing ever happens on the Isle of Wight? From Friday 17th to Sunday 26th July, Ventnor is completely transformed by Ventnor Fringe. We’re talking gigs, secret shows, comedy, theatre, and pop-up venues taking over the town. Started by local young people and now in its 17th year, it still has that homegrown vibe. Ventnor […]
Interview: June’s Young Creative of the Month
Every month Brave Island runs a Young Creative of the Month fund, where we spotlight a local young creative with an interview on our blog, and support them with funding of £100. For June, its musician and DJ, Sonnie Venier aka Woody! This fund launches at the beginning of every month, you can apply to be Young […]
News: Top 5 Opportunities in June
Each month we round up five of the most exciting opportunities currently available for young people living on the Isle of Wight, whether that’s from Brave Island or from other organisations we think you should get involved with! Check out our top picks for June below. Submit work for Brave Island Zine Submissions are open […]
News: Record Store Day 2026
I’m Scott I am doing a work experience placement with Ventnor Exchange for lead up to Record Store Day for one of the amazing opportunities from Brave Island. Record Store Day is one day a year across the UK that everyone celebrates the music and culture of music to bring each other together. There are […]
News: Top 5 Opportunities in January
Each month we round up five of the most exciting opportunities currently available for young people living on the Isle of Wight, whether that’s from Brave Island or from other organisations we think you should get involved with! Check out our top picks for January below. Mike Howley Trust Funding Round Opens The Trustees of […]
Interview: Young Artist Award 2025 Winner
The winner of the Isle of Wight Young Artist Award 2025 is Luca Frankland (age 18), for his acrylic painting depicting a moment with friends at a much loved Island location. There was a lot of amazing work submitted this year, of varying styles and mediums, but after careful consideration from the Brave Island and […]
News: Top 5 Opportunities in October
Each month we round up five of the most exciting opportunities currently available for young people living on the Isle of Wight, whether that’s from Brave Island or from other organisations we think you should get involved with! Check out our top picks for October below. Photography workshop with In Focus Want to develop your […]
Interview: October’s Young Creative of the Month
Every month Brave Island runs a Young Creative of the Month fund, where we spotlight a local young creative with an interview on our blog, and support them with funding of £100. For October, it’s photographer Scott Martin. This fund launches at the beginning of every month, you can apply to be Young Creative of the […]
News: Top 5 Opportunities in September
Each month we round up five of the most exciting opportunities currently available for young people living on the Isle of Wight, whether that’s from Brave Island or from other organisations we think you should get involved with! Check out our top picks for September below. Animation Trainee Finder Screenskills, who support careers and training […]
News: Sunny Side: The Short Film
Check out this clip from Sunny Side: The Short Film. Northern Rascals, a performance company based in Yorkshire, are visiting the Island soon to perform their dance-theatre show Sunny Side at Ventnor Fringe. In this piece, they imagine a world where it is safe for men to express their vulnerabilities, to hold each other, to comfort, […]
Interview: Catch Up with our Heritage Placements
We caught up with our first heritage placement holders to see what they’ve been up to. These roles are part of our Heritage Work Experience Placements, which are one day/week for six months with a variety of heritage and conservation partners across the Island. Lauren is taking part in the National Trust Ranger Placement, heading […]
Interview: May’s Young Creative of the Month
Every month Brave Island runs a Young Creative of the Month fund, where we spotlight a local young creative with an interview on our blog, and support them with funding of £100. This month its artist Rosie Fennell. This fund launches at the beginning of every month, you can apply to be Young Creative of the Month for […]