04-08-2025
NYC Music Venue Operator Avant Gardner Files For Bankruptcy
New York City live music venue operator Avant Gardner has filed for bankruptcy protection after difficulties re-opening its flagship outdoor stage, the Brooklyn Mirage, following a major renovation.
The Brooklyn Mirage had been slated to re-open in May 2025, but the project faced cost overruns, delays and permitting issues. While some events had been shifted to Avant Gardner's indoor venues, it was not sufficient to stem a 'significant liquidity crisis,' according to Chief Executive Officer Gary Richards.
