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Backstage 54 Presents Đurologija – Uncut Farewell Tour Monday, February 19 SOLD OUT! Doors 6:45 pm  | Show 7:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time. Advance tickets available HERE *Please note: This performance will be in the Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian/Montenegrin language. Kao sto sam autor predstave “Đurologija” Branko Đurić – Đuro kaže: “Đurologija … Read more

Mamadou Diabate, a master of the Balafon, delights on our stage, bringing the vibrant sun of West Africa with him. His music, as colorful as a bustling marketplace in West Africa, creates an atmosphere filled with friendship, respect, and appreciation; echoing the essence of his latest CD, “Kanuya.” Onstage, Mamadou Diabate, along with the talented … Read more

Love is a DRAG! And we are serving elixir, dahlings. No one is safe from falling head over HEELS (or heels over head, if you know what you’re doing) for these amazing drag performers. You’ll have to dodge tiktok star Dandy‘s quiver of arrows as he hosts a glamorous gaggle of cherubs and forlorn lovers for an … Read more

It takes two to tango this Valentine’s Day at the Rio Theatre! The highly-anticipated Burlesque Duos returns to the Rio’s stage on Saturday, February 14th. This beloved annual East Vancouver Valentine’s Day tradition is the ultimate spectacle of partnership and creativity, coupling burlesque performers together to perform truly memorable numbers. What better way to spice … Read more

After a decade of living in Brazil, Frenchman Paul Cabannes shares his peculiar vision of Brazilian culture with the public. His show is a portrait in a stand-up format that answers the question: what does it mean to have a Brazilian soul? This show will be performed in Portuguese. PAUL CABANNES EM ALMA DE BRASILEIRO Após … Read more

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