# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pivot Fest - Carousel - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: An evening of acoustic music and comedy from artists connected to Carousel.About this EventJoin This New Ground and Aspex Portsmouth for an unforgettable evening of acoustic music and comedy from artists connected to Carousel, an award winning organisation that nurtures the talents of adults, young people and children with learning disabilities, through a range of projects in music, radio, performance, tv, film and digital art.Expect surreal stand-up, catchy pop-rock, psychedelic folk, sharp character comedy, and raucous alt-rock in an energetic, playful, and welcoming celebration of distinctive creative voices.About Pivot FestThis event is part of Pivot Fest, Portsmouth’s first-ever Learning Disability Arts Festival. Over three inspiring days, Aspex Portsmouth will be transformed in a full-gallery takeover curated by the TNG Inclusive Arts Committee, a powerhouse group of 13 learning disabled artists. Artists from across the UK will share music, dance, theatre and visual art that challenges assumptions, explores new ideas and brings joy, visibility and resistance to the stage.Find out more and see the full line-up of events hereAbout This New GroundThis New Ground is a participatory arts organisation that elevates the voices and artistic talents of people with a learning disability. It works to remove barriers and increase access, enabling people with a learning disability to make, participate in, and lead artistic work.The organisation delivers high-quality creative learning and performance opportunities across live, recorded, digital, and online platforms. Participants are supported to build skills and confidence, grow aspirations, collaborate with new people, and progress into further opportunities. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/pivot-fest-carousel/100001982450174839 - **Event Categories**: Art, Festivals, comedy, Entertainment, Theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Portsmouth - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Aspex Portsmouth - **lat**: 50.79412629999999 - **long**: -1.1061304 - **full address**: Aspex Portsmouth, The Vulcan Building, Portsmouth, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pivot Fest - Carousel - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c263a3d97059c7832e62806a5872a34c3cc310e23cd468be9bf449f2943795d2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc43045f-gmir.jpg?v=1774129045 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pivot Fest - Carousel being held? - **A:** Pivot Fest - Carousel takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Aspex Portsmouth, The Vulcan Building, Portsmouth, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pivot Fest - Carousel? - **A:** Pivot Fest - Carousel is organized by Aspex Portsmouth. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pivot Fest - Carousel is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portsmouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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