Events

Nightmare Before the Nutcracker: A Very Burton Xmas Show

Based on the classic story of ‘The Nutcracker,’ NIGHTMARE BEFORE THE NUTCRACKER returns to the Rio Theatre for a second year for four nights on December 4-5 and 11-12. This gothic reimagination is a unique twist on the beloved fable as told through the music of Tchaikovsky and Danny Elfman,

New Politics

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2014 Live Nation presents NEW POLITICS with Bad Suns and Somekindawonderful 6:30PM Tickets $20 advance – CLICK HERE. Tickets are also available by phone at 1 855 985-5000. All Ages.

Nerd Nite Vancouver Presents Dr. Carin Bondar: Biologist with a Twist

Et Al III: The Ultimate Bar Science Night Curiosity Collider + Nerd Nite Vancouver + Science Slam Canada Special Guest talk by Dr. Carin Bondar – Biologist With a Twist Tuesday, September 18 Doors 6:30 pm | Event 7:30 pm Advance tickets HERE *Sorry,

Negativland LIVE Double Feature

Negativland + SUE-C with a Special LIVE Double-Feature! WE CAN REALLY FEEL LIKE WE’RE HERE Legendary sound collage group Negativland and “real-time cinema” visual artist SUE-C collaborate to bring you their latest audio-visual performance about our minds, our realities, and

Neal Brennan: Unacceptable

The Rio Theatre is excited to welcome three-time Emmy nominated writer, director, producer, and stand-up comedian Neal Brennan to the stage on Thursday, August 4, with UNACCEPTABLE. NEAL BRENNAN UNACCEPTABLE With Special Guest Ivan Decker Thursday, August 4 Early Show SOLD OUT!

Neal Brennan: Here We Go Tour

NEAL BRENNAN Here We Go Tour – 2 SHOWS! With guests. Thursday, August 16 2018 THE RIO THEATRE, Vancouver 19+ / General Admission Seating Early Show Doors: 6:30pm / Show: 7:30pm – SOLD OUT Late Show Doors: 9:30pm / Show: 10:00pm Get

Naughty Python’s Flying Burlesque Circus!

And now for something completely different. It’s… Naughty Python’s Flying Burlesque Circus! Vancouver’s glorious nerdlesque troupe the Geekenders return to the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Friday, November 2 for a command performance of their hit 2023 tribute to Monty Python, NAUGHTY PYTHON’S FLYING BURLESQUE CIRCUS! Want to learn how

Music Videos Live

Music Videos Live is the ultimate night of music videos from Vancouver’s brightest musicians –  followed by live performance! Add dancers and DJs into the mix and it’s a retro dream come true. Witness the work of some of the city’s mega music talents on stage and screen

Mrs. Smith and Friends: A Fundraiser For My Gay Son

Mrs. Smith’s Scottish Living Room is a WILD variety show featuring Scottish advice, singing, drag, comedy, prizes and other surprises. Many of you have asked, so by popular demand, IT’S BACK! The show that has it all is coming to the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Thursday, December 1

Movie Buff: A Cult Movie Burlesque Show

Welcome to a world where cult cinema intersects with the sultry art of Burlesque. Where storylines unfold and your favorite characters are parodied unlike ever before! Watch as THELMA & LOUISE take a wild ride off the edge of hilarity, and the chaos of Patrick

About The Rio

Voted the #1 Independent Theatre in Vancouver, the Rio Theatre is a multimedia venue featuring arthouse, mainstream and cult-classic cinemas as well as live entertainment. Built in 1938, the Rio has been fully restored with a state of the art digital projector, surround sound, a huge stage and 420 luxurious seats.

1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604.879.3456

Info Line: 604.878.3456

Email: [email protected]

All content © their respective owners.

Newsletter

Sign up to receive news on upcoming movies and events!

* indicates required

Follow Us

© 2025
Site by 3VL INC.