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Enjoy a night of stand up and strange news, as Kurt Braunohler and Scotty Landes bring their strange news podcast BANANAS direct to you! Kurt will do some stand up, then the Banana boys will take the stage for a live taping of their podcast. It will be very silly. “The weird news podcast you … Read more

The quintessential comic’s comic, Andy Kindler (Bob’s Burgers, Tosh. O) hosts the popular “Alternative Show” for two nights of alternative comedy anarchy at The Rio Theatre. Off-the-wall and totally unpredictable, audiences won’t know what to expect. The only guarantee is that Andy will bring the house down with an all-star lineup of alt-comedy favourites for … Read more

It’s The Allusionist podcast’s tenth birthday! Celebrate with host Helen Zaltzman and house band Martin Austwick at a special performance of the new live show, Souvenirs, about friendship breakups, fonts, and the history of ass. Because it’s a birthday party, BYO party hat.  The Allusionist is a podcast about language: how and why we humans use it … Read more

Come enjoy an evening at the Rio Theatre with The Allmost Brothers, Canada’s premier Allman Brothers Tribute. Formed in 2017, Allmost Brothers emerged as a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Allman Brothers Band in the wake of the passing of founding members Butch Trucks and Gregg Allman. What began as a one-time performance has blossomed … Read more

The world premiere of the new successfully funded Kickstarter coffee table book and full length theatrical feature! The ABC Double D’s of Burlesque, the illustrated A-Z encyclopedia all about burlesque, is now a show! April O’Peel was once a shy girl who sought the power within. Awakened by her presence onstage, the lights and the … Read more

All we want for Christmas is..                     THE 90’s MERRY CHRISTMAS BURLESQUE SHOW!!! Saturday, December 19 Doors at 8PM, Show at 9PM Tix: $15/ in advance $20/ at the door Advanced tickets available HERE *All tickets 19+ ID for entry and bar service **Groupons and passes not … Read more

Because botox looks better on the big screen! Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, January 11 for our annual Golden Globe Awards watch party. This year’s event is being hosted by the very funny Nikki Glaser, which pretty much guarantees a night of hilarity. The Golden Globe Awards recognizes the best and brightest in … Read more

Because botox looks better on the big screen! Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, January 7 as we tune into the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards, live and FREE on our big screen. The Golden Globe Awards recognizes the best and brightest in film and television (double the entertainment value!) , as selected … Read more

The Rio Theatre presents the 57 Annual Grammy Awards broadcast live from the Staples Centre in Los Angeles. Doors 4pm / Show 5pm FREE ADMISSION! Bar Service (19+; 2 pieces of ID required) Broadcast will include live performances by Madonna, AC/DC, Eric Church and others. Contests (during commercial breaks) TBA. http://www.grammy.com/nominees

Vancouver’s biggest and most varied night of Burlesque is back! Saturday, September 8th Doors 8:00 pm | Show 9:00 pm Tickets $20 advance HERE| $25 at the door *Must be 19+ w/ID for entry and bar service. *Sorry, Rio Groupons and passes not accepted for this event. With a diverse cast of performers from across … Read more