Events
The Manboys: Tango, Echo, November
Join The Manboys and some of Whistler’s finest in the first theatre showing of TANGO, ECHO, NOVEMBER. This decade-in-the- making film follows 5 professional snowboarders and friends from around the globe as they flip, spin, and even straight air their way onto the big screen. If we cared about film
Open Mic Movie Night
An open mic-style event where there are no rules for film submissions other than length, the screen could show you anything! Thursday, August 31 Doors 9:00 pm | Movie 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Advance tickets HERE Filmmakers
Paul Anthony’s Talent Time: Halloween Edition
Vancouver’s Most Innovative Comedy / Variety Show is back with a Halloween episode! Your hosts Paul Anthony and Ryan Beil, along with the house band and the entire creative team are scheming up a spooky experience that you don’t wanna miss… Featuring: KISS Tribute
CANCELED: Matheus Ceará: You Ask, I Tell
Due to circumstances beyond our control, this event has been CANCELED. Ticket-holders have been notified via email, and tickets have been refunded. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thanks, Rio Theatre Management
Vancouver Badass Film Festival
The Ninth Annual International Vancouver Badass Film Festival Sunday, October 15 Details and ticket info coming soon! Hosted screenings of killer new horror and genre films live with the fillmmakers! Genre Film & Script Award Show featuring live performances by Caravan of Curiosities (Reptiles! Fire! Side-show!
Santana Claus Is Coming To Town!
Santana Claus is Coming to Town! A Live-Band Burlesque Tribute to SANTANA Brixxhouse Arts presents two fabulous sets of Santana‘s joyous music played LIVE by SOUL SACRIFICE (featuring many members of THE HOT & HEAVY BAND) accompanying dazzling burlesque and carnivale-flavoured performances! Get ready for a night of Feathers!
John Waters: Devil’s Advocate
The Rio Theatre is beyond excited to welcome beloved filmmaker and pop-culture icon John Waters back to our stage – live! – for a command performance of his latest spoken word show, “Devil’s Advocate,” on Friday, April 26. If you missed this show when Mr. Waters performed it
Glamour & Grit
Join an all-star cast featuring some of Vancouver’s top talent for an evening of burlesque, drag and dance performance that spans from shine and sparkles to sweat and sizzling sensuality. Brought to you by Cherry OnTop, this is a contrast of the high glam, glittery and gorgeous side of
Vancouver Burlesque Co. Presents: Summer Student Showcase
The Vancouver Burlesque Co. is ready to kick off their newest season by celebrating the 2023 Graduates of our Act Development program. These students have been working for months and have put together their first solos for your viewing pleasure! Come cheer on some fresh and fun performers as
The Critical Hit Show: A #DNDLive Improvised Epic Fantasy Spooktacular!
The live, smash hit epic comedy THE CRITICAL HIT SHOW returns to the Rio Theatre’s stage on Wednesday, October 23 for more monstrous mirth, merriment, and snacks! Prepare yourself for a night of laughter, as some of Vancouver’s best comedic performers grace the stage in a night featuring intrepid players