I don't use vbadvanced, but I wouldn't see why not. It's not heavily modified so you should be able to use it with no problems. If you have any, just post here and I'll get you all straightened out
As for the sidebar... go figure. I make themes with sidebars, and everyone wants to know how to remove them. Make them without, and they want it back

. I'll add a side column alternative and update the package. Shouldn't take too long to do.