A long time ago… in a galaxy far, far away… there were The Geekenders! TOO HOTH TO HANDLE celebrates the stories and Star Wars characters you know and love (and secretly Google sexy fan art of in your spare time) with energetic dancing, comedy, and cheeky satire created by artists as nerdy as you are. … Read more
Wes Barker and Chris Ramsay bring you a magic and comedy show like never before. Wes has fooled Penn & Teller, and Chris has over 6M subscribers on YouTube. Both created and starred in their own TV show Big Trick Energy on Netflix. Together, they bring an interactive show with mind blowing magic, hilarious stories, and … Read more
Come watch 22 short films created in 48 hours. (Two from each participating organization across Canada.) Over 250 films were made over a weekend in 2021, these are the best of the best! Wednesday, April 13 Doors 5:30 pm | Show 6:30 pm *Please arrive on time. 8:00 pm | Q&A with event organizers Tickets … Read more
The live, smash hit epic comedy THE CRITICAL HIT SHOW returns to the Rio Theatre‘s stage for another night of improv comedy gold on Wednesday, August 28. Prepare yourself for more monsters, medieval mirth, merriment, and… snacks. Now in its 12th year, THE CRITICAL HIT SHOW is bone fide East Van staple. Some of the … Read more
One Cure Live will present a worldwide concert experience for Mental Health Week on Sunday, May 8, at the Rio Theatre. Headliners Oluwa Toni and Peter Hudson (alongside a full line-up of international artists) are set to bring Vancouver to their feet. Sunday, May 8 Doors 6:30 pm | Event Starts 7:00 pm *Start time … Read more
The VIBF kicks off the Festival with a silly and spectacular awards show at the Rio Theatre! Local and visiting sparkly Showpeople dress to impress and join together in celebrating their community during this red carpet, members-only* soiree. Enjoy performances by Vancouver’s up and coming rising stars, take advantage of our photo booth, and connect … Read more
Join Raincity at the Rio Theatre on Friday, April 22 to celebrate the release of their debut album “A Proper Latte” with guests Cat Madden and Parlour Panther. Friday, April 22 Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm Tickets $25 advance HERE | $28 at the door *Must be 19+ w/ID for entry and bar … Read more
Tom Lavin & The Legendary Powder Blues with guests Harris & DeBray Sunday, May 15 Doors 6:30 pm | Show 7:30 pm *Please arrive on time. Advance tickets $40 HERE | $45 at the door *Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service. All seating is General Admission. Sorry, Rio Theatre Groupons and passes n/a for … Read more
Paul Anthony’s Talent Time is an innovative comedy/variety/talk show that the Vancouver Sun called, “a phenomenon,” returns to the Rio Theatre on Thursday, June 2. Vancouver’s Favourite Variety Show…? It’s the last show of our season (and next year we are only doing three or four shows)! On June 2, we are being sued and … Read more
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