A life long interest in music, particularly blues and jazz, led to a trip to the USA to see where some of the music had its beginnings. New Orleans captured our imagination and planted an idea, which has been growing ever since.

New Orleans is vibrant and sensuous. The food is rich, music is everywhere, the historic district is beautiful and lived-in, and you would have to work very hard to not have a good time. Newtown, with its bohemian mix of people could easily be New Orleans little sister. Newtown is the perfect place for a New Orleans inspired live Jazz and Blues Restaurant. The venue is the Vanguard. The word ‘vanguard’ has long been associated with freethinking, intellectual, artistic and musical movements. Newtown is home to artists, musicians and intellectuals but it is also home to many families. It is diverse, exciting, growing, moving and totally alive. Newtown is ready for The Vanguard!

It has been a long and arduous journey, but, one well worth taking. In the few years that we have been working on the project we have hit some highs, had many disappointments and the stress has been immeasurable. Yet, the dream lived on. Everyone has advice – mostly useless. Everyone has an opinion – often uninvited. Everyone thinks that it’s a great idea – they are right!

View our archive of previous performances at The Vanguard

Due to the growing popularity of The Vanguard, we are now recommending that you reserve seats for all shows. To book ONLINE (lowest b/fee) click the event title. Bookings can also be made through any moshtix outlet or by moshtix phone charge 9209 4614 (higher B/Fee). Call 9557 7992 for further venue & event info.

The Vanguard is a proud member of Newtown Precinct, Sydney’s leading Entertainment and Arts area.