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The RIO Theatre is proud to present The ROYAL STRAYS album release show with very special guest ART BERGMANN Opening the night author CHRIS WALTER reads from his upcoming book “Born Too Loose: A Messy & Incomplete History of Punk” Books! Vinyl! CDs! T-Shirts and more available! Buy your Christmas presents here! Thursday, November 27 … Read more

“This play can be played without any age restriction. It will work if the chemistry between all the characters makes sense. Human behavior and betrayal applies to all of us. It exists within ourselves. You love somebody. Do you? What is love?” So begins Tommy Wiseau‘s first draft of what eventually became his landmark 2003 … Read more

Valentine Fox Productions Presents Rolling Stones Live Band Burlesque Saturday, September 21 Doors 8:00 pm | Show 9:00 pm Advance tickets $25 HERE | $30 at the door VIP $35 HERE (Swag Bag, reserved seating, and more) Featuring Rebel Valentine Ginger Femmecat Dolly Dynamite Blue Onyx And more…

The Rolling Mountain Film Tour features a collection of stories that celebrate the beauty of mountains and the adventurous spirit of the people that call them home. The tour showcases a diverse range of mountain-related tales, from outdoor pursuits to personal reflections that invite you to think and grow. The Rolling Mountain Film Tour aligns … Read more

The Rogue Folk Club Presents The Return of Mister Dave!! David Lindley Twango Bango Deluxe, Y’All Sunday, June 11 Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm $32 ($28 RFC & PBHS members) Advance tickets available HERE Advance tickets also available at: HIGHLIFE RECORDS 1317 Commercial Drive RUFUS’ GUITARS 2621 Alma Street TAPESTRY MUSIC 3607 West … Read more

A magical night of Story telling & Live Music, The Rio Theatre Vinyl Cafe is a Tribute to Stuart McLean, the host of CBC Radio’s The Vinyl Café and an award-winning humorist, who passed away on Feb 15th 2017. In honour of his legacy as a great Canadian story teller, we have invited some of … Read more

Can you believe it’s been 15 years…? Neither can we! To celebrate our incredible run of being Vancouver’s favourite independently owned and operated cinema and live event space, we’re throwing a big ol’ party…. And you’re invited! Come join us and reminisce about some of the many crazy adventures over the past 15 years – … Read more

New Years Eve at The Rio! All Star Variety Show and Dance Party including live music, comedy, burlesque, circus and don’t forget the poetry all hosted by queer cabaret comedian and award winning host, Dandy! Featuring an All Star cast of East Van Talent! The dance floor is open to shake a tail feather with … Read more

A copious cavalcade of top notch talent and captivating cabaret await at The Rio Theatre Burlesque and Variety Show on Saturday, December 20. A copious cavalcade of top notch talent and captivating cabaret await at The Rio Theatre Burlesque and Variety Show on Saturday December 20th! Local luminary April O’Peel has curated a show full of wonder sure to dazzle and delight our fun loving audience! Expect classic festive … Read more