The New Carnival Company is a pioneering arts development organisation based on the Isle of Wight specialising in carnival and outdoor public celebrations.
We are a team of highly experienced carnival artists and producers, teachers and trainers, project managers and outdoor event specialists who believe that carnival and other forms of celebratory arts can make a real difference to people and places.
We are based at The Coaching House in Ryde, a creative workspace and administrative suite with facilities for production, teaching and small scale conferencing. We deliver an extensive community outreach and carnival arts training programme across the island, the South of England, nationally and internationally.
The New Carnival Company is a leader in the field of Carnival and Disability and in driving forward Accredited Learning opportunities supporting young people to enter the creative workforce
We are proud to be part of Arts Council England’s National portfolio and share their vision of Achieving great art for everyone.
Upcoming Events
Launch event online: Mardi Gras 2021
Wednesday 10 February
6pm to 7.30pm
online - contact us for event link
FREE
A catch up for everyone involved in The Story of Carnival - postponed from last summer. Opportunities for new schools and communities groups to join in. We will share all our new ideas for a Covid safe parade and celebration. Guest presenters, Q&A.
Latest News
07.12.2020 - Ryde all set for a Merry and Bright Christmas!
The New Carnival Company will be lighting up Ryde on Thursday 17 December from 5pm with a brand-new outdoor event... read more
24.11.2020 - Ryde Merry and Bright
The New Carnival Company CIC presents Ryde Merry and Bright Thursday 17 December, 5pm to 8pm Visit Ryde after dusk... read more
01.10.2020 - Once in a Blue Moon
The New Carnival Company (NCC) is forging ahead with plans to produce a LIVE outdoor arts event at the end... read more
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