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The Northwest Comedy Fest Presents David Cross’ HITS followed by Skype Q&A David Cross wants you to Pay-What-You-Want to see his film. Stand up comic, writer, and actor David Cross (Arrested Development, Mr. Show) can add “director” to his resume with the release of HITS, making its Canadian Premiere at the Rio Theatre as part … Read more

Join us at the Rio Theatre to pay tribute to Cananda’s Rock Poet Legend, Gord Downie. And the best way we know how … is through his music and his beautiful words. “Music brings people together. So my function in anything I do is to help bring people closer in.” — Gord Downie, 2014 Thursday, … Read more

MRG Live presents NISH KUMAR Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe In this election year – with the country in turmoil – there’s only one comedian who can kill the mood even further… Nish Kumar – one of The Guardian and The Telegraph’s 50 Best Comedians of the 21st Century – is back on tour with … Read more

Sunday, April 28 Doors: 7:00pm | Show: 8:00pm Facebook Presale: Wed, Feb 13 at 10am to Thu, Feb 14 at 10pm Password: LIGHTS Public on Sale: Fri, Feb 15 at 10am Get Tickets: https://livemu.sc/2GxCdEH Tickets: $39.50 (Incl. GST) + s/c *Must be 19+ w/ID for entry and bar service. **Sorry, Rio Theatre Groupons and passes … Read more

Following an incredible run of four (!) sold out shows at the Rio Theatre in January, the incomparable Nimesh Patel is headed back to Vancouver for another engagement on Thursday, June 30. Thursday, June 30 This show is SOLD OUT. Rush seating may be available at the door at showtime. Subject to availability. Doors 6:00 … Read more

Saturday, May 23rd   Show 7pm.  Doors 6:30pm. Caravan World Rhythms & Kamal’s Video Palace present The New Generation of Indian Music Maestros! Featuring Sitar Superstar NILADRI KUMAR                     &  Tabla Virtuoso ADITYA KALYANPUR Tickets $25 General / $20 Students.  VIP Reserved $35. Plus Service charges. … Read more

Nikola Đuričko Presented by System Entertainment Join us at the Rio Theatre on Thursday, April 24 for a live performance from actor and comic Nikola Đuričko (“Stranger Things”). Thursday, April 24 Doors 6:00 pm | Event 7:00 pm *Start time subject to to change. Please arrive on time. Early Bird Tickets HERE Please note: This … Read more

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, and features characters from both … Read more

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.

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, Rio Theatre Groupons and passes not accepted for this event. https://carinbondar.com … Read more