Events
Double Bill: Onibana Taiko and Gamelan Gita Asmara
The Vancouver Independent Music House Society (VIM) has curated another dynamic, wonderfully curated live music event guaranteed to thrill any music-lover. Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, April 3 for a double bill night featuring Onibana Taiko (Japanese folk music with a touch of feminist punk aesthetics) and
Story Story Lie: Hot & Heavy
The much anticipated X-rated edition of Story Story Lie finally returns to the Rio Theatre on Tuesday, April 26. That’s right! Unbelievable, near impossible stories that can’t possibly be true. The catch: one is a lie. CAN YOU SPOT THE LIAR? This episode’s lineup features burlesque dancer Androsia Wilde
Candlelight: Film Scores and Hollywood Epics
Fever Originals presents Candlelight: Film Scores and Hollywood Epics Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this Candlelight performance featuring Hollywood’s most epic movie scores is for you. Celebrate scores from John Williams, Randy Newman, Ennio Moriconne and music
Candlelight: Romantic Jazz Featuring Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble and More
Fever Originals presents Candlelight: Romantic Jazz Featuring Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble and More Come and join us in one of Vancouver’s most gorgeous venues for a romantic night of jazz. Bathed in a flickering garden of candles, you’ll enter a sublime atmosphere of romantic magic with the sounds
Titmouse: 5 Second Animation Night
Titmouse is an independent, Emmy award-winning animation production company with artist-run studios in Los Angeles, New York City, and Vancouver. Known for series such as Venture Bros., The Legend of Vox Machina, Star Trek: Lower Decks and Big Mouth, Titmouse creates high-quality cartoons for all
Jon Dore LIVE!
Get ready to laugh again, Vancouver! The Rio Theatre’s own #EastVan Laugh RioT is happy to welcome the wildly funny comic Jon Dore to the stage on Thursday, April 21. Thursday, April 21 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Please arrive on time. Start time subject
POSTPONED: Perfect Sacrifice: A Tribute to Elton John & Ed Sheeran
Elton John and Ed Sheeran is the ultimate UK tribute – an evening of acoustic brilliance! Jeff Scott, based out of Richmond Hill, Ontario, has been performing the music of Elton John for over 20 years. His stage show features an array of
The Vancouver Burlesque Co. Presents: March Student Showcase 2025
Join the Vancouver Burlesque Co. as we celebrate the culmination of their Winter 2025 season! The VBC is proud to present their March Student Showcase at the Rio Theatre on Thursday, March 13. Our sparkling students and alumni are ready to knock your socks off with amazing group acts
Gentle Party: “God Complex” Album Release
Gentle Party is celebrating the release of God Complex, their “startlingly confident and accomplished second album” (Joseph Stannard, The Wire) on Thursday, April 14 at the Rio Theatre. Lush and sumptuous chamber pop with an acidic bite like you’ve never heard before. Thursday, April 14
A Little Opry
From the producers behind the iconic annual East Van Opry comes…. A Little Opry! Join us at the Rio Theatre for A Little Opry, as some of East Van’s finest roots performers come together for a smaller, more intimate live music show. Presented by VIM House,