The Shroom Boom

It’s Mushroom Monday at the Rio!
In collaboration with the Rio Theatre, Stephanie Dacre presents to you a premiere
screening of two episodes from The Shroom Boom docuseries. The Shroom Boom
series dives into fungi's impact in British Columbia, showcasing the local people driving
the growth.
The evening will include a premiere screening of:
Episode 1 of the Shroom Boom: Wild Mushrooms and Foraging in B.C
Episode 4 of the Shroom Boom: Psilocybin and Psychedelic Therapy in B.C.
A Q&A Panel with the film maker and special guests.
THE SHROOM BOOM: EPISODE 1 – WILD MUSHROOMS AND
FORAGING (Stephanie Dacre, 2024 / 25 mins / 14A)
In Episode 1, Stephanie Dacre explores wild mushrooms and foraging in B.C. She
interviews commercial and professional foragers, attends Sicamous Mushroom Festival,
and joins Vancouver chefs on a Masutake mushroom hunt.
Featuring:
• David Xiao, Oyster and King
• Abbey Ruscica, Foragers Finest
• Gus Stieffenhofer-Brandson, Published on Main
• Phil Scarfone, Banda Volpi
THE SHROOM BOOM: EPISODE 4 – PSILOCYBIN AND PSYCHEDELIC THERAPY
IN B.C. (Stephanie Dacre, 2024 / 27 mins / 14A)
In Episode 4 of The Shroom Boom, Stephanie explores psilocybin mushroom access in
B.C. She interviews local leaders in the space and dives into psychedelic therapy,
accessibility, community and harm reduction.
Featuring:
• Dr. Devon Christie, MD, Psychedelic Therapist, Researcher & Teacher
• Dana Larsen, The Medicinal Mushroom Dispensary
• Mia Cara Cosco, Show&Tell Agency
• Kiah Ellis-Durity, Get Sensible
• Luc Briedé-Cooper, MAPS Canada Youtube Committee Lead.

The full series of The Shroom Boom will release on September 24th on TELUS Optik
TV channel 9 and STORYHIVE’s YouTube Channel. The 6 part series explores wild
foraging, innovative farming, mycelium meat, psilocybin therapy, mushroom music, and
much more. Season 1 of The Shroom Boom was produced with the support of TELUS
STORYHIVE.
Series Trailer: https://youtu.be/NztsXniUY88?si=F7UlhUoheJgGQ_Ww

Filmmakers and local mycologists in attendance for a special Q&A panel
Monday, September 23, 2024
Doors 6:00 pm
6:30 – 7:00 Episode 1: Wild Mushrooms & Foraging in B.C.
7:00 – 7:15 Break
7:15 – 7:45 Episode 4: Psilocybin and Psychedelic Therapy in B.C.
7:45 – 8:10 Q&A Panel
Tickets are just $15.
• Rated 14A, Must be 14+ for entry. Persons under 14 must be accompanied by an
adult. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
• Rio Theatre Groupons and passes OK for any single film only. Please redeem at
the door.
• We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance
at  www.riotheatretickets.ca . If a screening or live event is not sold out, the
remaining tickets will be available for in-person purchase at the Rio Theatre’s
Box Office prior to showtime (subject to availability).
• Our box office is typically open 30 minutes before showtime. All seating is
General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure
great seats, and time for treats at concession.
• If you are looking to redeem either a Rio Theatre gift certificate or Groupon to
any regular Rio Theatre screening: You can either email us in advance
info@riotheatre.ca and give us a “heads up,” or do it at the box office prior to
showtime.
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