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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

Brickhouse, arguably Vancouver’s favourite Blues Funk Band is set to release their newest album “Future” on Saturday March 19, 2016 with a show here at the Rio Theatre on East Broadway. Doors open 7pm/ Show 8pm General Admission, come early for a good seat! +19 with 2 pieces of I/D for entry Tickets $20 each and … Read more

Backstage 54 Presents Đurologija – Uncut Farewell Tour Monday, February 19 SOLD OUT! Doors 6:45 pm  | Show 7:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Advance tickets available HERE *Please note: This performance will be in the Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian/Montenegrin language. Kao sto sam autor predstave “Đurologija” Branko Đurić – Đuro kaže: “Đurologija … Read more

The East Van Laugh Riot is thrilled to welcome comedian Brad Williams back to the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Friday, July 21. Friday, July 21 Early Show SOLD OUT Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Advance tickets $35 + s/c HERE | $40 at the … Read more

BoylesqueTO, Canada’s premiere all-male burlesque troupe, will perform its signature show OH MANADA! in Vancouver at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, August 31. In this cheeky (pun intended) cabaret revue that has been thrilling North American audiences since 2010, the boys of BoylesqueTO will strip down all of your favorite Canadian icons, and then slather … Read more