Following their successful production of Aladdin in February at Medina Theatre, the Wight Strollers have donated £7,914 to their chosen charities for 2023.

Ability Dogs 4 Young People was awarded £1,500, the Isle of Wight Foodbank also got £1,500, The Veterans Hub £1,000, Isle of Wight Young Carers £1,000, and £750 went to the Isle of Wight Highland Pipes and Drums.

Additionally, two more defibrillators have been donated to the Island community in conjunction with the Isle of Wight NHS Trust, one to be placed at Compton Bay and the other at Carisbrooke Castle.

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Show director Emily Scotcher said: “Hearing about the difference our donations are going to make to the local community is what makes all the hard work worthwhile.

"Our company ethos has always been, and will always be, to raise as much money as possible whilst having as much fun and spreading as much joy as possible, and I couldn’t be more delighted with donations we’ve been able to make from Aladdin.

"Thank-you, from each and every one of us, to all who supported the show - we couldn’t do what we do without you.”

The Wight Strollers’ 2024 pantomime is going to be Snow White, and will be performed at Medina Theatre on February 10, 11 and 17.

In the meantime, you can next catch them at their Summer Fun Day at Rookley Village Hall and Sports Field on Sunday, July 23, from 10am to 4pm.

With a host of games provided by The Wight Strollers, stalls provided by local traders and charities, a fun-for-all dog show, and plenty of refreshments including homemade cakes, tea, coffee, ice cream, and Pimm’s, it is set to be a great family day out.

The main arena will be home to a variety of live entertainment acts, with the magical Huxley, singers Double Take and Emily Scotcher, Jaydene Lee Arts, Mr Baker’s Dozen Morris Dancers, and the Vectis Corps of Drums.

Entry costs £2 for adults but is free for children. Cash is encouraged, as some games and activities require cash payment.