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The Smashed Potato Kids are back with another year of SketchFest! It’ll be bigger, better, and most importantly funnier, than ever before. One night, 20 fresh sketches, and infinite laughs. We even heard that Steve Carrel might be there this time! (We didn’t invite him, he’s never heard of us, but ya never know…). Tuesday, … Read more

Crazy Diamonds are headed to the Rio Theatre’s stage on Saturday, February 3 for a special night featuring a live performance of Pink Floyd’s album “Animals” in its entirety, followed by a set of select greatest hits from the legendary band. Says the band: “We can’t think of a better way to kick off 2024 … Read more

The East Van Laugh Riot is pleased to welcome back comedian Ian Bagg, who is returning to the Rio Theatre’s stage for a night of laughs on Friday, February 6 and Saturday, February 7. Friday, February 6 – SOLD OUT! Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on … Read more

In the winter the nights are long, dark, and cold—so how about an all-evening-long burlesque extravaganza that’s sizzling hot! Marathong brings together some of Vancouver’s finest burlesque talents to showcase their best new acts while filming them for festival consideration and your enjoyment. There’s a full moon rising Vancouver—and you’re going to want a front … Read more

BOOM! Pro Wrestling at the Boombox (AKA the Commercial Drive Legion down the street) has been the hottest night in town for a year and a half! Now you can get caught up, see what it’s all about, or continue the ride this January 13th LIVE at the Rio Theatre! Join the superstars of BOOM! … Read more

Community Trail Running presents:  The Trail Running Film Festival 2024 After an incredibly successful 2023, the Trail Running Film Festival is back on tour in 2024 and coming to Vancouver once again! Expect another amazing evening of films, inspiration, and community. Come and help us celebrate our incredible sport as we explore individual and collective … Read more

Catherine Cohen is best known for her hit Netflix comedy special The Twist…? She’s Gorgeous, which premiered earlier this year. The same live show won her the coveted title of Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival in 2019. She can be seen next in the Paramount+ feature film, At Midnight, and in the upcoming … Read more

Zarna Garg is “One in a Billion”, and that’s not the just name of her first comedy special. She’s also the only Indian mom comedian taking on her mother-in-law. She was recently profiled as one of the gutsiest women in comedy on Apple TV’s new Gutsy Women series, and featured on This American Life with … Read more

Aparna Nancherla is an acclaimed comedian, writer, and actor. Praised by critics and fans alike for her distinctive dry, existential, and whimsical sense of humour, she has toured her standup comedy extensively around the U.S. and the world. A true multi-hyphenate, her work spans film, TV, podcasts, and books. She presently hosts The Introvert’s Survival … Read more

Caroline Rhea is a stand-up comedian and actress, best known for her role as Hilda Spellman on the ABC hit series Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and numerous comedy specials on Comedy Central, HBO and Showtime. She is currently starring in Disney Channel’s Sydney to the Max, and hosts Caroline and Friends, her hit game show … Read more