Best Jazz Venue – Venue 505

BY SAM CALDWELL

Ten years ago, Kerri Glasscock and Cameron Undy opened an underground performance space for contemporary artists to present original works to new and dedicated audiences. Ten years on, and 505 lends its name to not one but two performances spaces across town – with the launch of the 505 Theatre in 2011 (which moves to Newtown in September!) – offering independent artists even more space to shine. The Surry Hills incarnation, Venue 505, has garnered a reputation for presenting some excellent live music, six nights a week – not just jazz (but a lot of jazz). 280 Cleveland St, Surry Hills. venue505.com

Image: Supplied