The Venue
The Vanguard is an intimate, versatile black box performance space located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale. Formerly a church when first erected in 1939, the freshly remodeled venue is a modern sanctuary for the arts. The Vanguard also serves as the permanent residence for Thinking Cap Theatre, an award-winning, professional theatre company.
FULL KITCHEN
PERMITS
WINE BAR
FLEXIBLE SPACE
Phone number: 954-610-7263
Email address: info@vanguardarts.org
Wine Bar
The Vanguard wine bar is open 1 hour before each show and remains open 1 hour after curtain call. The bar offers an eclectic beer and wine menu. Enjoy one of our featured wines on tap or tag a bottle of your choice. We also serve an assortment of other unique concessions, including Jones Soda, Nespresso coffee, and gourmet chocolates.
Other Dining Options
Tap 42
Location: Next door, just north of The Vanguard
A great gastro pub with extensive and beer and cocktail menu.
ANTHONY’S RUNWAY 84
Location: 330 State Road 84
A Fort Lauderdale landmark. Fantastic authentic Italian.
BIG C’S PIZZA
Location: Next door, just south of The Vanguard
Big tasty slices, great Greek salads, and more.
GREEN BAR & KITCHEN
Location: 1075 SE 17TH Street
Great vegetarian and vegan fare.
THE FOXY BROWN
Location: 723 E Broward Blvd
Tasty American cuisine, including seafood, chicken, beef, and pork dishes.
MORTON’S STEAKHOUSE
Location: 500 E Broward Blvd
If you love steak, you know the drill.
BURGER FI
Location: 1465 SE 17th Street
Solid burgers, including veggie burger, giant onion rings, fresh cut fries.
Directions
We are located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. You can find us on Andrews Avenue, south of Davie Blvd and across from Broward Medical Center.
1501 S. Andrews Ave. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Parking
There is plenty of street parking behind and adjacent to The Vanguard on 15th St .and along Andrews Ave. Additionally, there is also a municipal parking lot just south of The Vanguard in between Bob’s News and Big C’s Pizza.
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