Events
Desert Films
Join us May 29-30 at the Rio Theatre for “Desert Films,” a bold, live stage work starring Academy Award–nominated actor and filmmaker James Franco and Blaine Kern in a cinematic storytelling series exploring the nature and cost of fame. Written, directed, and starring Franco—who also created the artwork for the
Travis Holp: Life After Life Live
Travis Holp Live is an unforgettable evening of connection, healing, and hope. Join internationally known medium and author Travis Holp as he delivers powerful, evidential messages from loved ones in spirit to members of the audience. Blending heart and insight, Travis reminds audiences that love never dies, and that our connections to those
LLoyd Cole
Lloyd Cole will take to the road in 2026 with a run of solo shows in North America, including a stop in Vancouver at the Rio Theatre on Thursday, October 17. Cole’s elegant solo live performances in recent years have been predominantly acoustic, but for these concerts he has decided
CAFTCAD Presents: The Art of Costume Design
CAFTCAD Presents: The Art of Costume Design In partnership with the Rio Theatre Join us for a special afternoon celebrating the artistry, storytelling, and craft behind costume design for film and television. This in-depth panel and Q&A bringing together three internationally acclaimed, award-winning designers whose work has shaped some
Wes Barker
Wes Barker is the funniest magician touring today! Wild tricks, hilarious stories, and incredible feats. A magic show like you’ve never experienced. You may recognize Wes from his TV show (Big Trick Energy) or other appearances on Kill Tony, America’s Got Talent, Ellen, Syfy, MTV, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us (which
TROVADORAS: A Celebration of Women Songwriters of Latin America
VLACC is proud to once again present Canto Vivo in Concert with TROVADORAS: A Celebration of Women Songwriters of Latin America, an afternoon honouring the powerful and poetic women whose songs have helped shape the musical soul of Latin America. Before renowned divas and crooners delighted international audiences with their renditions of Gracias a la
Katie Boyle
The East Van Laugh RioT welcomes comedian Katie Boyle to the Rio Theatre’s stage for a night of laughter on Thursday, September 17. Thursday, September 17 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Tickets on sale April 24
An Evening with Bells Larsen
RANGE + Sleepy Queer Productions Present A documentary about the making of Bells Larsen‘s critically-acclaimed album. Screening to be followed by a Q&A + an acoustic set by Bells. In 2022, Bells Larsen recorded the “high” voice he had lived with for years just before starting testosterone. After
Smashed Potato Kids: Vancouver Sketchfest
Smashed Potato Kids presents the 3rd Annual Vancouver Sketch Comedy Festival + After Party. This year, we’re taking things to the next level. With a stacked lineup of celebrity judges, we’ve curated a wild showcase of the best sketch comedy and video creators around. Backed by incredible sponsors, we’re awarding over
Paul Chowdhry AI: Artificial Indian
Multi-award-winning stand-up comedian and one of the UK’s top-selling live acts, Paul Chowdhry brings his latest show AI: Artificial Indian to Vancouver for one night only on May 8, 2026. Fresh off his sold-out 2025 UK arena tour Englandia, Paul delivers his signature mix of bold cultural commentary, observational humor,