Morris Dancing performance by the combined Island Morris sides, performing before the new carnival Mardi Gras procession with their Folktastic Isle theme. The event will allow the Islands Morris teams to showcase their prowess in Morris dancing and the different styles that they perform.

Mr Baker’s dozen; Moonshine Border Morris; the Oyster Girls; Guith Morris; and the Men of Wight Morris Men will all be taking part.

Do come and talk to us about Morris dancing. There will be opportunities to join in and have a go. This is a good opportunity if you want to join a Morris side come and see which side you prefer:

Mr Baker’s Dozen is a mixed Morris side that dances traditional Morris dances, Playford dances and some of their own composure. They also perform a traditional Mummy play and like to sing the odd song or two.  Costume Green Raggy jackets 

Moonshine Border Morris are a mixed side that perform Border Morris dances from the borders of England and Wales  they perform traditional and new Border style dances. Costume Colours Black Purple Blue and Green Painted faces and own choice outfits 

Oyster Girls are an all-Ladies side who dance Northwest dances.  They dance in wooden souled Clogs. They have a bass drum beating out the rhythm when they dance. They also use decorated hoops in some dances. Costume: they wear green dresses with Gold and Red trimming on them and green clogs on their feet

Guith Morris have a small repertoire of unique and traditional dances. They have pink Raggy jackets 

Men of Wight Morris Men are the oldest Morris side on the Island and dance traditional Cotswold Morris dances. Their costume is Blue Tabards with black breeches white socks and Black Top hats.

Free

Suitable for all ages

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Accessible by No.9 bus route.