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Celebrity Memoir Book Club is the podcast where New York comedians Claire Parker and Ashley Hamilton read celebrity memoirs so you don’t have to. An Apple Podcast top comedy podcast, a Vulture must listen, and featured in the New York Times, This podcast follows them as they comb through the pages of celebrity memoirs for … Read more

After becoming a JFL New Face in 2016, Emmy-winning comedian Chris Redd has made his mark on comedy with his 5-year tenure on Saturday Night Live and his starring role on Peacock’s Bust Down, which he co-created, writes, and stars in. Recently, Redd featured in the biographical drama Spinning Gold, alongside Jeremy Jordan, Wiz Khalifa, … Read more

America’s longest-running (probably) bad movie podcast, The Flop House, is coming to the Rio Theatre! Elliott Kalan (former writer for Mystery Science Theater 3000), Dan McCoy (former writer for The Daily Show), and Stuart Wellington (owner, Hinterlands Bar) are friends who’ve decided to express that friendship not by doing productive or enjoyable things, but instead … Read more

Come spend New Years Eve with Vancouver’s Favourite and Most Elaborate Variety Show! You know they’re gonna entertain the snot outta ya. Sunday, December 31 Doors 8:00 pm | Event 9:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Stick around after the show for a video dance party & midnight ball drop! … Read more

“A Christmas Tale” in the Rio Theatre – Memories that will remain in the heart like a fairytale from childhood. A magician, balloon twisters, face painting, games, dances, contests under the Christmas tree, sweet gifts for every little guest and a personal meeting with Santa. Our professional photographer will be there to capture your most … Read more

Following multiple sold out shows in 2018 and 2019, GOD IS A SCOTTISH DRAG QUEEN is returning to the Vancouver area with the most popular show in the series! God (critically-acclaimed and award-winning comedian Mike Delamont), dressed in a holiday power suit, comes down to skewer and expound on everything from Tiny Tim to Eggnog … Read more

Mountains on Stage is back at the Rio Theatre for its Winter 2023 edition on Wednesday, December 6. Experience a great time full of adventure and inspiration with the best mountain movies of the year! Mountains on Stage is a film festival that aims to bring the mountains into cities with a selection of the … Read more

An open-mic style event where there are no rules for film submissions other than length. The screen could show you anything! Wanna see your stuff in the show? Use the link below to submit! https://filmfreeway.com/OPENMICMOVIENIGHT?pending=true Thursday, December 7 Doors 5:30 pm | Show 6:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. General … Read more

The live, smash hit epic comedy THE CRITICAL HIT SHOW returns to the Rio Theatre’s stage on Wednesday, December 17 for more monstrous mirth, merriment, and snacks! (And maybe some mistletoe…?!?) Prepare yourself for a generous dose of laughter and holiday cheer, as some of Vancouver’s best comedic performers grace the stage in a night featuring … Read more

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, December 16 for The 12 Days of Disco – a dazzling live band burlesque show that brings the groovy vibes of disco to the holiday season! Get ready for an unforgettable night featuring a lineup of talented burlesque performers, an incredible live band and the Disco Squad. … Read more