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Celebrating its SIXTH Anniversary!  Five of Vancouver’s most celebrated burlesque performers (and one very special guest from Seattle!) return to the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Saturday, May 12 for Burlesque Long Form. In an artistic challenge set by producer and noted performer April O’Peel, local luminaries will have one chance to perform a full ten minute act. Will the performers be able … Read more

Bump & Grind Rewind! A tribute to the Golden Era of Burlesque We can’t spell “Burlesque” without “U”—so please: help us rock this year’s BHOF Weekend Legends Challenge!! Friday March 11th  Tickets $15 in advance 20 at the door.  Advance tickets available by clicking HERE Doors at 8pm Show at 9pm Vancouver is home to … Read more

After surviving the Battle of Endor, Stormtrooper Torin Sereta is assigned an unusual mission that may alter the outcome of the war between the Empire and Rebel Alliance. Sunday, September 22 Doors 3:00 pm | Event 3:45 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Advance tickets HERE | $12+ s/c at the … Read more

The sun will come out tomorrow… Put on a happy face for BROADWAY BURLESQUE: A Tribute to Musicals at the The Rio Theatre! On Friday, April 27, Vancouver’s biggest and brightest burlesque stars will take to the Rio stage paying homage to their favourite musicals. Top hats and tap shoes! Razzle dazzle and movie magic! … Read more

Stage legend. Social media sensation (@BroadwayBarbaraOfficial). Subtly understated international entertainment titan. Broadway Barbara makes her triumphant return to the Rio Theatre following a string of raucous, sold-out performances in New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Provincetown! For this special performance, revel in the glorious excess of the spooky season as Barbara unleashes a … Read more

Clare Voyeur presents BROADVILLE – An All-Women Comedy Variety Show! These bold, hilarious performers live and breathe the madness of showbiz! They’re appearing together to bring you their best acts in stand-up comedy, circus arts, burlesque, musical comedy, clowning, and character-driven absurdity! They’ve got gimmicks, they’ve got gags, they have feats of physical agility and … Read more

Brit Rock VI presents a stunning line-up of three superb adventure climbing films capturing all the action and wild characters in what are truly inspiring stories. Set in iconic locations such as El Cap, Devils Tower and also Switzerland! Wednesday, November 27 Doors 5:30 pm | Event 6:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please … Read more

The Brit Rock Film Tour is back for 2023 with another stunning line-up of the UK’s best climbing and adventure films. Get ready for five exhilarating films capturing an array of hardcore action, pioneering spirit and some proper madness. Wednesday, November 8 Doors 5:30 pm | Event 6:20 pm *Start time subject to change. Please … Read more

Bring Back the Whistle Dog (Pacific Assistance Dogs Society Fundraiser) You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll drool. AND you’ll help raise money for a great cause! Fast food menu items come and go, but none have ignited lasting passion quite like A&W’s Whistle Dog. Selected at 42 film festivals in 15 countries worldwide, this award-winning “hot … Read more