Venue Focus: Newtown Social Club

Answered by: Jas Moore, programmer

The Venue: Newtown Social Club

Address: 387 King St, Newtown

Capacity: 270+

What makes your venue perfect for touring acts? Excellent production, incredible staff, great promo.

Who are some notable acts that have performed at the venue recently? Coming Up - Magic!, Rainbow Chan, GL, Holy Balm, Gypsy & The Cat, Jen Cloher, Julianna Barwick, Tash Sultana, Sally Seltmann, Lisa Mitchell, The Soft Moon, Ceres, Julien Baker, Remi, Cass McCombs, Make Them Suffer.

What are the amenities in the surrounding area like? Record Stores - check out Repressed and Resist! Op shops, cheap eats, nice people.

What's the load in and load out like? Fairly easy.

What's the main message you'd like to get across to BIGSOUND participants about the venue? Swing by for a gig and refreshments. No pokies here.

How do we book a show at your venue next time we're performing in your area? Drop us a line.

Website link for more info? newtownsocialclub.com/gigs