Oct

23

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Friday, Oct 23, 2026

Dandy's CABIN IN THE WOODS

Sleepaway camp is officially IN SESSION—and YOU’RE INVITED to the hilarious, award-winning drag cabaret DANDY’S CABIN IN THE WOODS, nominated for Best of Vancouver 2026!

Your camp counselor for the evening? TikTok personality and Emmy-winning DANDY, leading you deep into the woods for a night of thrills, chills, campfire tales, and killer entertainment.

Featuring a cast of horror-movie tropes, sexy murderesses, and movie monsters, this camp experience is guaranteed to SLAY!

Can YOU survive a night at Dandy’s Cabin in the Woods?

Friday, October 23
Doors 7:00 pm | Event 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Save with EARLY BIRD tickets available till September 27!

Main Floor Assigned $30 + s/c | $35 at the door
VIP - First 4 rows $40 + s/c **VIP ticket holders also get an interactive prop bag to be used during the show!**
The 'We Are Family' 4 Pack $25 a ticket + s/c (Available online only)

Behind the Emmy award winning costumes and make-up:

Ryan Leslie Fisher plays Dandy (he/him) the revelous cabaret host made popular on TikTok for his viral videos promoting queer joy! Winner of Host of the Year 2024 for Vancouver International Burlesque Festival and awarded runner up in the Georgia Straight’s BEST OF VANCOUVER for his show Drag Attack! - you can catch him regularly on stage in his shows at the iconic Rio Theatre in Vancouver, BC. His Emmy-winning series Dandyland, which highlights businesses, organizations, and artists in the LGBT Community, is now streaming on Optik TV.
@dandyandfriends

Rafaella Rabinovich is an internationally trained, award-winning costume designer working across film, television, and live performance. A proud queer artist, she is known for her bold, character-driven approach to storytelling and her ability to elevate the visual language of every project. Trained in costume and set design, Rafaella further specialized and furthered her educetion in theatrical prosthetics, advanced pattern-making and shoe making. Her credits span major studios and networks including Netflix, The CW, ABC, TBS, Disney, Lifetime, Discovery Channel, and Sony, with notable projects including To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Project Mc2, Kung Fu, Stranger in Town, and the upcoming thriller Harmonia staring Carrie Coon, Lily James, Bella Ramsey, and Odessa Young. Her work has earned multiple CAFTCAD Awards, Leo honors, a Costume Society of America Design Award, a Day Time Creative Emmy nomination as well as a Children’s & Family Emmy Award win and recognition at the 27th and 28th Costume Designers Guild Awards for Dandyland. @costume_designer101

Oct

23

11:45 PM

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Hosted by Dandy)

11:45pm • Friday, Oct 23, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Hosted by Dandy)

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Friday, October 23 Hosted by Dandy
Doors 10:45 pm | Event 11:45 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Sold Out

Oct

24

10:00 AM

10:00am • Saturday, Oct 24, 2026

The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Party: Halloween Edition!

More tricks! More treats! More All-You-Can-Eat Cereal!

The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Cartoon Party is returning to the Rio Theatre ... TWICE! Now you have two chances to experience the fun times, on Saturday, October 24 AND Saturday, October 31 Get ready for a specially-curated all-new lineup of retro TV goodness covered in sugary cereal. It's Volume XV - Halloween Style!

Please note: Dairy-free options are available. Compostable bowls and spoons will be provided, but we do encourage guests to bring their own NON-BREAKABLE (ie, not ceramic) bowls and spoons.

Saturday, October 24
Doors 9:30 am | Event 10:00 am *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Adults $23
Kids Pricing (13 and under) $15 

Kids today may not realize the significance of the Saturday morning ritual, but once upon a time, we had to wait a whole week to get our cartoon fix, and when we got it, we tended to binge. Well – welcome to The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Cartoon Party - that special time when kids and kids-at-heart get to relive the exciting Saturday morning ritual of non-stop retro cartoons, and binge on the multi-colored sugary cereals that used to be a part of every “balanced” breakfast!

The cartoon lineup is always a mystery, but Volume X will be covered in an extra spooktacular Halloween coating - so expect to see even more monsters, sci-fi, sleuths, superheroes and all kinds of 2D silliness. Expect the unexpected, from faves and obscurities spanning the '30s through the '90s, all punctuated with vintage commercials, PSAs and station IDs for a 3-hour trip down memory lane! Get ready for a sugar rush and an explosion of nostalgia in one hair-raising morning.

Even better...? COSTUME CONTEST! Show us what you've got, or maybe just give your costume a test-drive before the big day. Costumes (and, as always, comfy pajamas) are welcome and encouraged.

Curated by David Bertrand

Oct

24

2:00 PM

2:00pm • Saturday, Oct 24, 2026

Jim Queen

Handsome, shallow, and ultra-muscular, Jim Queen is a gay influencer content to live off his looks. Thin, insecure, and closeted, Lucien is one of Jim’s many followers. When the gym-bod god gets infected with Heterosis — a drug manufactured by the far-right that causes heterosexuality — the two men must join forces and find a cure for straightness before Jim’s online clout runs out.

Brought to life by directors Marco Nguyen and Nicolas Athané, JIM QUEEN is a perfect satirical creation: Jim’s vanity and superficiality make for a great sendup of gay “body fascism”. Of course, the filmmakers reserve much of their scorn for homophobic conservatism, and the inversion of homo- and heterosexuality is provocative and hilarious. From the opening musical number to the spoof of conversion therapy to an outrageous Trojan-horse gag and beyond, JIM QUEEN is a raucous delight.

Audience Award, VIFF 2026

"An adoring celebration of queer culture and a spoofy critique of internet fame, 'Jim Queen' is strictly for grown-ups who don’t need polite jokes to laugh with and at its lovable characters. It’s a riot." (ELLE Magazine)

"It’s an animated charmer that blends raunch and warmth into a memorable gem." (RogerEbert.com)

"'Jim Queen' has the tender heart of a Disney classic and the raging libido of that one unmentionable weekend in Puerto Vallarta." (Cinapse)

Saturday, October 24
Doors 1:30 pm | Movie 2:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

JIM QUEEN (Marco Nguyen and Nicolas Athané, 2026 / 2026 / 85 mins / 14A / French w.EST) A gay influencer's life crumbles when a virus turns gay men in Paris straight. He teams up with a twink to search for a rumored cure in the Marais in this satire on fame and culture.

Oct

24

8:15 PM

8:15pm • Saturday, Oct 24, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Saturday, October 24
Doors 7:45 pm | Event 8:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

24

11:45 PM

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Hosted by Dandy)

11:45pm • Saturday, Oct 24, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Hosted by Dandy)

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Saturday, October 24 Hosted by Dandy
Doors 11:00 pm | Event 11:45 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Sold Out

Oct

25

10:30 AM

10:30am • Sunday, Oct 25, 2026

Traces of Home (With Filmmakers Dr. Gabor Maté & Colette Ghunim Q&A)

In TRACES OF HOME, filmmaker Colette Ghunim embarks on journeys with her parents to find the ancestral houses they were forced to flee as children in Mexico and Palestine. What begins as a desire to connect to Colette's cultural origins reveals an internal quest to heal her disconnect with her parents, and, ultimately, with herself.

Filmmakers including Executive Producer Dr. Gabor Maté and director Colette Ghunim wil be joining us for a post-show talk-back following the screening.

"In 'Traces of Home', our past has a way of resurfacing no matter how hard we try to bury it. Only by confronting those old wounds can we find a new path to walk together." (Film Threat)

Sunday, October 25
Doors 10:00 am | Movie 10:30 am *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

TRACES OF HOME (Colette Ghunim, 2026 / 93 mins / NR) Filmmaker Colette Ghunim takes her parents to find the ancestral homes in Mexico and Palestine that they had fled from decades earlier.

Oct

25

2:30 PM

2:30pm • Sunday, Oct 25, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Sunday, October 25
Doors 1:45 pm | Event 2:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

25

6:30 PM

6:30pm • Sunday, Oct 25, 2026

Brian de Palma's 'Carrie' (50th Anniversary Screening)

"They're all gonna laugh at you!"

The Rio Theatre's annual deep-dive into Halloween movie goodness continues on Sunday, October 26 with a 50th Anniversary screening of Brian de Palma's CARRIE.

In this chilling adaptation of Stephen King's horror novel, withdrawn and sensitive teen Carrie White (Sissy Spacek) faces taunting from classmates at school and abuse from her fanatically pious mother (Piper Laurie) at home. When strange occurrences start happening around Carrie, she begins to suspect that she has supernatural powers. Invited to the prom by the empathetic Tommy Ross (William Katt), Carrie tries to let her guard down, but things eventually take a dark and violent turn. With John Travolta, Amy Irving, Betty Buckley.

"'Carrie' is a terrifying lyrical thriller. The director, Brian De Palma, has mastered a teasing style -- a perverse mixture of comedy and horror and tension." (New Yorker)

"De Palma at the top of his game." (Empire Magazine)

"Grounded by the incredible and unforgettable performance of Sissy Spacek and the masterful direction of De Palma, Carrie is a horror masterpiece that defies convention and proves itself timeless." (Film Inquiry)

"It opens with an insidiously brilliant update of Psycho's shower scene and ends with a jump scare that Hitchcock would have envied; in between, it's merely the tenderest and most affecting movie ever made out of one of King's novels." (The Ringer)

As always, audience costumes (including ghoulish 70s prom attire!) are very welcome - and encouraged!

Sunday, October 25
Doors 6:00 pm | Movie 6:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

CARRIE (Brian De Palma, 1976 / 98 mins / 18A) Carrie White, a shy, friendless teenage girl who is sheltered by her domineering, religious mother, unleashes her telekinetic powers after being humiliated by her classmates at her senior prom.

Oct

25

9:00 PM

9:00pm • Sunday, Oct 25, 2026

The Craft (30th Anniversary Screening)

Now is the time.
This is the hour.
Ours is the magic.
Ours is the power.

Unleash your inner-90’s witchy-self and get into the Halloween spirit with a 30th Anniversary, prime time screening of THE CRAFT.

Neve Campbell, Fairuza Balk, Robin Tunney and Rachel True star as a group of misfit girls on the fringe of their high school crowd who band together to form a unique clique (or, perhaps, “coven”) of their own. What starts out as just harmless fun – getting back at those people who’d slight them – soon grows out of control. Also starring Skeet Ulrich, Christine Taylor, and Breckin Meyer.

“The great strength of ‘The Craft’ is that it doesn’t pass judgment on why the girls are doing what they do… The film’s message of female empowerment felt cathartic, but so did its rage.” (Refinery29)

Sunday, October 25
Doors 8:30 pm | Movie 9:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE CRAFT (Andrew Fleming, 1996 / 111 mins) When newcomer Sarah moves to a new city with her family to start a new life, she makes fast friends with some of the girls in her schoool who are just as “on the fringe” as she is. A shared interest in the occult goes further than they expected as they each attain unusual powers. What starts out as good fun soon turns dangerous.

Oct

26

5:30 PM

5:30pm • Monday, Oct 26, 2026

Prophet of Ecstasy (With Special Guest Panel)

THE PROPHET OF ECSTASY explores themes of art, politics and consciousness through the improbable life of Michael Clegg, the former Catholic priest who introduced MDMA to the world - a drug he would later dub ‘Ecstasy’. The documentary will take viewers on a wild ride, from Clegg’s life as an MDMA drug kingpin, to his present-day transformation as an enlightened yogi. It also examines how the destinies of Michael Clegg, chemist Carina Leveriza, and psychedelics advocate Rick Doblin, are inexorably bound with that of the socio-cultural explosion of MDMA through its epic journey of discovery, criminalization, and re-emergence from the shadows.

Official selection, The Psychedelic Film and Music Festival in New York 2026, Catalina Film Festival 2026

Presented by Laurus Productions and MAPS Canada
Sponsored by QI Integrated Health &  Gathering Groups
Community Partners: Psygen, Roots To Thrive, TheraPsil, Psychedelic Association of Canada

Monday, October 26
Featuring a Post-Show Q&A
Moderated by Lori Braun (Producer), with psychedelic advocate Rick Doblin, PhD, mycologist Paul Stamets, psychedelic-medicine researcher Dr. Pamela Kryskow, and veteran psychedelic chemist Peter van der Heyden, PhD.

Doors 5:00 pm l Movie 5:30 pm *Start times subject to change. Please arrive on time
Panel: 7:45 pm

Panel Discussion:

Following the screening of Prophet of Ecstasy, stay for a provocative conversation with the filmmakers as well as – Rick Doblin, PhD, psychedelic pioneer and founder of MAPS, Paul Stamets, world-renowned mycologist, Dr. Pamela Kryskow, psychedelic-medicine researcher, and medical lead at Roots to Thrive and Peter van der Heyden, PhD, veteran psychedelic chemist and co-founder of Psygen.

From shifting drug laws and the fight for psychedelic access to the wild true story behind the film, the panel dives into where the psychedelic movement is now, what still needs to change, and what comes next.

“This documentary opened up my mind better than any drug would, as it told me a lot of interesting facts and crazy things that happened through this whole drug craze.” (Hollywood North Magazine)

“Prophet of Ecstasy is an interesting story about the rise and fall of a psychedelic drug empire.” (Sean Kelly on Movies)

“The film impressively shows how a stigmatized substance evolved from a socio-cultural explosion in the underground to a beacon of hope in modern psychotherapy. “ (Psychedelia-Stiftung)

“He’s a figure in the psychedelics movement who established ecstasy as a go-to party drug with therapeutic potential — and a lasting impact on the culture. “(CBC DOCS)

Oct

26

9:30 PM

9:30pm • Monday, Oct 26, 2026

Scream (30th Anniversary Screening)

The Rio Theatre's deep dive into Halloween classics continues on October 26 with a 30th Anniversary screening Wes Craven's game-changing 1996 slasher comedy (yes, that's a thing) SCREAM.

"Horror icon Wes Craven's subversive deconstruction of the genre is sly, witty, and surprisingly effective as a slasher film itself, even if it's a little too cheeky for some." (Rotten Tomatoes)

"No one will ever consider Wes Craven's 'Scream' as Oscar fodder, but this funny and scary little experiment in terror from the man who invented "Nightmare on Elm Street" puts some fun back into a very tired genre." (Newsweek)

Monday, October 26
Doors 9:00 pm | Movie 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

SCREAM (Wes Craven 1996 /  111 min / 14A) The sleepy little town of Woodsboro just woke up screaming. There's a killer in their midst who's seen a few too many scary movies. Suddenly nobody is safe, as the psychopath stalks victims, taunts them with trivia questions, then rips them to bloody shreds. It could be anybody...

Oct

27

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026

Clue (Tim Curry Tribute Screening)

It was Colonel Mustard in the billiard room with a candlestick...

Based on the popular board game CLUE, this live-action adaptation received mixed reviews upon release, but in the years since it has taken on a life of its own and become a total cult movie - perfect for inclusion in the Rio's Halloween movie calendar! Even better? This 40th Anniversary edition has been re-mastered with all THREE of the film's original "alternative" endings - and we get to choose it! So prepare yourself for a totally different ending to CLUE than the one you've seen in a theatre before...

Set in the McCarhty-esque 1950s, CLUE finds six colorful dinner guests gathered at the mansion of their host, Mr. Boddy -- who turns up dead after his secret is exposed: He was blackmailing all of them. With the killer among them, the guests and Boddy's chatty butler must suss out the culprit before the body count rises. Starring Tim Curry, Eileen Brennan, Martin Mull, Madeline Kahn, Christopher Lloyd, Leslie Ann Warren, and Michael McKean.

Costumes welcome... And encouraged!!!

"A work of cult-genius." (The Huffington Post)

Tuesday, October 27
Doors 6:30 pm | Movie 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

CLUE (Jonathan Lynn, 1985 / 94 mins / PG) Six guests are invited to a strange house and must cooperate with the staff to solve a murder mystery.

Oct

27

9:30 PM

9:30pm • Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Tuesday, October 27
Doors 9:00 pm | Event 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

28

10:00 PM

10:00pm • Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Wednesday, October 28
Doors 9:30 pm | Event 10:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

29

6:30 PM

6:30pm • Thursday, Oct 29, 2026

Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare (35th Anniversary 3D Screening with Director Rachel Talalay!)

The Rio Theatre's annual deep dive into Halloween-y movie goodness continues on Thursday, October 29 - in 3D! Join us for a 35th Anniversary screening of  director Rachel Talalay's sixth installment of the iconic 'A Nightmare on Elm Street" franchise, 1991's FREDDY'S DEAD: THE FINAL NIGHTMARE.

Newly restored in 2026, the film sees one of cinema's most enduring nightmares reaching a bold and chilling climax as the dream-stalking Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund) extends his reign of terror beyond Elm Street and into the lives of a new generation. Haunted by recurring visions and unexplained fears, therapist Maggie Burroughs is drawn toward the dark secrets of Springwood, where the truth behind her nightmares may be buried. Joined by the mysterious John, the defiant Tracy, Carlos, Spencer, and mentor Doc, Maggie is pulled into a surreal battle where dreams become deadly traps and reality can no longer be trusted. As Freddy's supernatural power grows stronger, long-hidden secrets from the past threaten to unlock horrors that should have remained buried forever. With Lisa Zane, Shon Greenblatt, Lezlie Deane, Ricky Dean Logan, Breckin Meyer, Yaphet Kotto.

Director Rachel Talalay will be on-hand to intro and chat about the film - the first theatrical screening of the new, 3D restoration!

Thursday, October 29
Doors 6:00 pm | Movie 6:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Guests will receive 3D glasses upon arrival.

FREDDY'S DEAD: THE FINAL NIGHTMARE (Rachel Talalay, 1991 / 89 minutes / 14A) Murderous ghoul Freddy Krueger has slaughtered every last child in his hometown. He ventures on to a new location, scouting fresh young victims to hack up with his finger blades. He arrives in a small town in which his long-lost daughter, Maggie, works as a therapist for troubled youths. Furthermore, he attempts to recruit her for his dastardly pursuits, but she has other ideas. Father and daughter meet for a bloody showdown that will determine Freddy's fate once and for all.

Oct

29

9:30 PM

9:30pm • Thursday, Oct 29, 2026

The Exorcist

"The power of Christ compels you!"

Five decades after its release, director William Friedkin's supernatural horror classic THE EXORCIST still remains one of the most frightening films ever made. Based on the hugely popular novel of the same name by William Peter Blatty (who also wrote the screenplay), the film was both a massive commercial and critical success, garnering an impressive ten Academy Award nominations (including one for Best Picture). As terrifying today as it was upon its release in 1973, Friedkin's hugely influential movie remains one of the most profitable horror movies (though he prefers you not call it a “horror film,” but rather, a “theological thriller”) ever made. The enduring popularity of THE EXORCIST makes it one of the Rio Theatre's most requested titles, and a divine choice for a "Devil's Night" screening on October 30.

Based loosely on actual events, the story follows 12 year-old Regan (Linda Blair, in a breakout performance), whose increasingly odd behaviour goes beyond what one would normally expect from a pubescent young woman (levitating, speaking in tongues). When her fraught mother (Ellen Burstyn) hits a dead end after seeking medical help, she turns to the Church. A local priest (Jason Miller), is convinced Regan is under the devil's control, and makes a request to perform an exorcism with the help of one of their more experienced experts (a perfectly cast Max von Sydow).

"The movie that launched a new era in horror films, and which, for one generation, remains one of the scariest experiences of their lives." (New York Daily News)

"The film is a triumph of special effects. Never for a moment--not when the little girl is possessed by the most disgusting of spirits, not when the bed is banging and the furniture flying and the vomit is welling out--are we less than convinced. The film contains brutal shocks, almost indescribable obscenities. That it received an R rating and not the X is stupefying." (Roger Ebert)

Thursday, October 29
Doors 9:00 pm | Movie 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE EXORCIST (William Friedkin, 1973 / 121 mins / 18 A) 12-year-old Regan MacNeil begins to adapt an explicit new personality as strange events befall the local area of Georgetown. Her mother becomes torn between science and superstition in a desperate bid to save her daughter, and ultimately turns to her last hope: Father Damien Karras, a troubled priest who is struggling with his own faith.

Oct

30

8:15 PM

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

8:15pm • Friday, Oct 30, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Friday, October 30
Doors 7:45 pm | Event 8:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Sold Out

Oct

30

11:45 PM

11:45pm • Friday, Oct 30, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Hosted by Dandy)

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Friday, October 30 Hosted by Dandy
Doors 11:00 pm | Event 11:45 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

31

10:00 AM

10:00am • Saturday, Oct 31, 2026

The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Party: Halloween Edition!

More tricks! More treats! More All-You-Can-Eat Cereal!

The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Cartoon Party is returning to the Rio Theatre ... TWICE! Now you have two chances to experience the fun times, on Saturday, October 24 AND Saturday, October 31 Get ready for a specially-curated all-new lineup of retro TV goodness covered in sugary cereal. It's Volume XV - Halloween Style!

Saturday, October 31
Doors 9:30 am | Event 10:00 am *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Kids today may not realize the significance of the Saturday morning ritual, but once upon a time, we had to wait a whole week to get our cartoon fix, and when we got it, we tended to binge. Well – welcome to The Saturday Morning All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Cartoon Party - that special time when kids and kids-at-heart get to relive the exciting Saturday morning ritual of non-stop retro cartoons, and binge on the multi-colored sugary cereals that used to be a part of every “balanced” breakfast!

The cartoon lineup is always a mystery, but Volume X will be covered in an extra spooktacular Halloween coating - so expect to see even more monsters, sci-fi, sleuths, superheroes and all kinds of 2D silliness. Expect the unexpected, from faves and obscurities spanning the '30s through the '90s, all punctuated with vintage commercials, PSAs and station IDs for a 3-hour trip down memory lane! Get ready for a sugar rush and an explosion of nostalgia in one hair-raising morning.

Even better...? COSTUME CONTEST! Show us what you've got, or maybe just give your costume a test-drive before the big day. Costumes (and, as always, comfy pajamas) are welcome and encouraged.

Curated by David Bertrand

Please note: Dairy-free options are available. Compostable bowls and spoons will be provided, but we do encourage guests to bring their own NON-BREAKABLE (ie, not ceramic) bowls and spoons.

Oct

31

2:30 PM

2:30pm • Saturday, Oct 31, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Saturday, October 31
Doors 1:45 pm | Event 2:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

31

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Saturday, Oct 31, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Saturday, October 31
Doors 7:30 pm | Event 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Oct

31

11:45 PM

11:45pm • Saturday, Oct 31, 2026

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Hosted by Dandy)

Let’s do the Time Warp… Again!

There is no better way to experience the pop-culture juggernaut that is  THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW than the the way it is meant to be seen – on the big screen, in the dark, and with a raucous Rio Theatre audience who are just as into it as you are.

Whether you’re a Virgin or a veteran, you’ll have a blast!

Even better? Hosts (TBD) will be on-hand as your evening's to guide the Virgins (and veterans!) through all the do's-and-don'ts of this monumentally experiential cinematic phenomenon.

As always, costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged - because costume contest! (In other words: Prizes! Here's your chance to go all out and let your freak flag fly, people.) The ticket price includes a fun prop bag, too!

Your own props are also very welcome, but please – whatever you do – DO NOT BRING RICE OR CONFETTI!

Saturday, October 31 Hosted by Dandy
Doors 11:00 pm | Event 11:45 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (Jim Sharman, 1975 / 100 mins / 14A) A newly engaged couple (Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick) have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker and a creepy butler. Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named 'Rocky'.

Nov

01

3:00 PM

3:00pm • Sunday, Nov 1, 2026

Davide de Pierro

The iconic “Half Italian, Half Jersey Boy” brings his viral dating stories and emotional reflections to live audiences this fall.

Outback Presents is proud to announce that viral storyteller, author, and live performer Davide de Pierro will bring his unique live storytelling experience to Canada this fall with three special performances, including at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, November 1.

Known for his candid reflections on relationships and the everyday moments that define the human experience, De Pierro has built a devoted online following of more than 6 million across TikTok and Instagram, where his commentary on dating, personal growth, and modern life regularly reaches millions of viewers.

Inspired by his newly released novel The Letters I Never Sent, the live show blends personal storytelling, humor, and audience conversation. Throughout the night, De Pierro will deliver a monologue and read selections from the book, followed by an open Q&A with the audience. Limited meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for those who purchase in advance.

“The show is a night out together,” said De Pierro. “It’s storytelling, conversation, some laughs, and hopefully a reminder that we’re all navigating a lot of the same things — relationships, personal growth, and the moments in life that connect us. If people leave feeling a little lighter and a little less alone, then it was a good night.”

Sunday, November 1 - LOW TICKET ALERT!
Doors 2:00 pm | Show 3:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Platinum (Rows A & B, Centre Section) $85.75 + s/c
Main Floor  $55.75 + s/c
Main Floor (Aisle Seats) $65.75 + s/c
Balcony (General Admission) $45.75 + s/c

Nov

01

7:00 PM

Davide de Pierro

7:00pm • Sunday, Nov 1, 2026

Davide de Pierro

The iconic “Half Italian, Half Jersey Boy” brings his viral dating stories and emotional reflections to live audiences this fall.

Outback Presents is proud to announce that viral storyteller, author, and live performer Davide de Pierro will bring his unique live storytelling experience to Canada this fall with three special performances, including at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, November 1.

Known for his candid reflections on relationships and the everyday moments that define the human experience, De Pierro has built a devoted online following of more than 6 million across TikTok and Instagram, where his commentary on dating, personal growth, and modern life regularly reaches millions of viewers.

Inspired by his newly released novel The Letters I Never Sent, the live show blends personal storytelling, humor, and audience conversation. Throughout the night, De Pierro will deliver a monologue and read selections from the book, followed by an open Q&A with the audience. Limited meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for those who purchase in advance.

“The show is a night out together,” said De Pierro. “It’s storytelling, conversation, some laughs, and hopefully a reminder that we’re all navigating a lot of the same things — relationships, personal growth, and the moments in life that connect us. If people leave feeling a little lighter and a little less alone, then it was a good night.”

Sunday, November 1
SOLD OUT!

Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Platinum (Rows A & B, Centre Section) $85.75 + s/c
Main Floor  $55.75 + s/c
Main Floor (Aisle Seats) $65.75 + s/c
Balcony (General Admission) $45.75 + s/c

Sold Out

Nov

02

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Monday, Nov 2, 2026

Davide de Pierro

The iconic “Half Italian, Half Jersey Boy” brings his viral dating stories and emotional reflections to live audiences this fall.

Outback Presents is proud to announce that viral storyteller, author, and live performer Davide de Pierro will bring his unique live storytelling experience to Canada this fall with three special performances, including at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, November 1 - Monday, November 2.

Known for his candid reflections on relationships and the everyday moments that define the human experience, De Pierro has built a devoted online following of more than 6 million across TikTok and Instagram, where his commentary on dating, personal growth, and modern life regularly reaches millions of viewers.

Inspired by his newly released novel The Letters I Never Sent, the live show blends personal storytelling, humor, and audience conversation. Throughout the night, De Pierro will deliver a monologue and read selections from the book, followed by an open Q&A with the audience. Limited meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for those who purchase in advance.

“The show is a night out together,” said De Pierro. “It’s storytelling, conversation, some laughs, and hopefully a reminder that we’re all navigating a lot of the same things — relationships, personal growth, and the moments in life that connect us. If people leave feeling a little lighter and a little less alone, then it was a good night.”

Monday, November 2
Doors 6:00pm | Show 7:00pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Platinum (Rows A & B, Centre Section) $85.75 + s/c
Main Floor  $55.75 + s/c
Main Floor (Aisle Seats) $65.75 + s/c
Balcony (General Admission) $45.75 + s/c

LIMITED EXCLUSIVE Meet n' greet add-on option available! (Select during checkout.)

Nov

05

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Thursday, Nov 5, 2026

Coast Mountain Film Fest: Ski Night and Double Feature Pass

The COAST MOUNTAIN FILM FEST is back with a night dedicated to skiing, big mountains and the people who spend their winters chasing snow.

The evening’s feature film, INSIDE THE SEASON, comes from HEAD Freeskiing & Jeff Thomas Creative and follows the HEAD & TYROLIA global freeski team through an eventful winter around the world. From early-season preparation and road trips to storm cycles, team hangs and unforgettable days in the mountains, the film mixes incredible ski action with a behind-the-scenes look at everything that goes into a season on the move.

The night also features THE WAY OF SNOW | Yuki no Michi, a short film from Japan featuring two Whistler athletes and a distinctly different perspective on life in the mountains.
Come get frothy with a theatre full of skiers, celebrate the start of winter and enjoy a night of films, prizes and mountain culture on the big screen.

Thursday, November 5
SKI NIGHT
Feature Film: INSIDE THE SEASON

Doors 6:15 pm | Film 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

-Break-

SNOWBOARD NIGHT
Feature Film: CAPITA: DEFENDERS OF AWESOME (15 Year Anniversary)

Doors 9:00 pm | Film 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Single Film Tickets Available

Why not valet your skis and snowboards for the night and make it a COAST MOUNTAIN FILM FEST: Double Feature for one sweet price?!

Athletes:
Xander Guldman, Meg Cumming, Sam Cohen, Jonathan Rollins, Jenna Keller, Jess Hotter, Hedvig Wessel, Ian Morrison, Jordy Kidner, Agostina Vietti, Emil Granbom, Lena Kohler, Abel Moga, Jack Kolesch, Max Hitzig, Joel Macnair, Stephen Lindsay Ross Henry Schritchte, Steven Kahnert, Vebjorn Graberg, Tao Kreibich, Maria Castellvi, Carl Regner, Broderick thompson, Elisabet Marina, Meredith Eades, Selby Hall, Michi Ralle, Marie Knuchel, Deston Swift, Tams Marvell, Floyd Guy

Production Credits:
A film from HEAD Freeskiing & Jeff Thomas Creative
Produced, Directed & Edited - Jeff Thomas
Executive Producers - James Heim, Hendril Voregger, Christian Hengge, Rene Harrer
Associate Producers - Edur Gorospe, Tomas Dybal
Principal Cinematographers - Jeff Thomas, Graeme Meiklejohn, Mike Dandurand, Jaime Maritimpe, Sondre Graber, Ryan Regehr, Ethan Herman, Chase Cleveland, Anatole Tuzlak, Freeride World Tour

Locations:
Rusutsu Resort, Whitecap Alpine, Whistler Blackcomb, Coast Range Heliskiing, Eldorado Cabin, Freeride World Tour, Type Two Three, Pemberton BC, Haines Alaska, Are Sweden

Nov

05

9:30 PM

9:30pm • Thursday, Nov 5, 2026

Coast Mountain Film Fest: Snowboard Night

The COAST MOUNTAIN FILM FEST turns the Rio Theatre over to snowboarders for a late-night throwback to one of the most memorable team films of its era.

CAPiTA: DEFENDERS OF AWESOME hit screens in 2011 with a stacked roster of riders and quickly became a snapshot of an incredible period in snowboard culture. Featuring some of the biggest names in the sport — including nominees for 'Men’s Rider of the Year,' 'Women’s Rider of the Year' and 'Rookie of the Year' — it delivers huge riding, unmistakable style and the energy of classic snowboard filmmaking.

Now CAPiTA: DEFENDERS OF AWESOME is coming back to the big screen for a proper throwback celebration.

Grab your crew and join a theatre full of snowboarders for films, prizes, good times and a healthy dose of nostalgia as we get ready for another winter in the mountains. And, sure, we’ll show some amazing shorts from the 2026 season too!

Thursday, November 5
SKI NIGHT
Feature Film: INSIDE THE SEASON

Doors 6:15 pm | Film 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Single Film Tickets Available

-Break-

SNOWBOARD NIGHT
Feature Film: CAPITA: DEFENDERS OF AWESOME (15 Year Anniversary)

Doors 9:00 pm | Film 9:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Why not valet your skis and snowboards for the night and make it a COAST MOUNTAIN FILM FEST: Double Feature for one sweet price?! https://riotheatretickets.ca/events/45428-coast-mountain-film-fest-ski-night-and-double-feature-pass

Nov

06

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Friday, Nov 6, 2026

Claudio Simonetti's Goblin / TENEBRE

Composer Claudio Simonetti has written and recorded some of the most influential scores and soundtracks in horror, including SUSPIRIA, DAWN OF THE DEAD, DEEP RED / PROFONDO ROSSO, DEMONS and many others, with his seminal work still informing the genre to this day.

This year, Simonetti's Goblin returns to the Rio Theatre to celebrate Dario Argento's critically-acclaimed 1982 classic, TENEBRE, with a live performance of the score set to a screening of the film. Following the finale of the movie, the collective will return after a brief intermission to deliver an additional performance of quintessential Goblin material and "best of" songs and scores set to their cinematic counterparts.

Friday, November 6
Doors 7:15 pm | Event 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Artists Circle (First two rows, centre section) $85+ s/c
Adult Entry $65+ s/c

Nov

07

8:00 PM

JUST JONI

8:00pm • Saturday, Nov 7, 2026

JUST JONI

Brixxhouse Arts in partnership with The Rio Theatre present:

Come celebrate the music, lyrics and visual artistry of one of Canada’s national treasures, Joni Mitchell. It's also her 83rd birthday!

The evening features many of Ms. Mitchell’s most iconic songs performed live by a full band and vocalists, set against a visual backdrop of her extraordinary artwork. Interspersed with video clips of interviews with the artist across her vast and storied career, the show is a heartfelt homage to the remarkable legacy of this truly multifaceted artist.

The band includes musical veterans Doug Thoms (Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Big Brown Beaver, Final Cut), Mark Richardson (Ophelia Falling), Paul LeBlanc (SHAG The Band, The Tabloids) and Colin Furness (Anthem, Them Bones, The Def Leppard Thing) and vocals by Kyrst Hogan (Singer: Norwegian Cruise Lines, Radio City Rockettes Show, CTORA Prod’s) who will also be curating the multimedia elements of the show. All members have performed together in various live band tributes with Brixxhouse Arts (Formerly Kitty Nights), selling out The Rio Theatre on many occasions.

Saturday, November 7
Doors: 7:00 pm | Event: 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Early Bird tickets just $25. Available till July 1, midnight.

Main Floor, Assigned ; Balcony, General Admission - $30 + s/c in advance | $35 + s/c at the door

Sold Out

Nov

09

7:00 PM

Justin McElroy: Searching for the Best Place on Earth

7:00pm • Monday, Nov 9, 2026

Justin McElroy: Searching for the Best Place on Earth

For years, Vancouver has topped global rankings as one of the world’s most livable cities, while British Columbia has marketed itself as a paradise of mountains, rainforests and ocean—a destination unlike any other.

Monday, November 9
Doors 6:00 pm | Event 7:00 pm
*Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

General Admission - $16 + fees

Copies of Justin's book will be available for purchasing and signing at the event.

In Searching for the Best Place on Earth, Vancouver journalist Justin McElroy embarks on an ambitious trip, visiting nearly every “world-class” city on the planet.

His personal mission was to see the world—as well as to rank as many things as he could, from cuisines to museums to national train systems. His professional mission was to see how Vancouver truly compares. Does BC’s celebrated identity hold up?

As a neurodivergent traveller, McElroy is also frank about sensory overload, but once on the road, he’s surprised by how comfortably he adapts to a new routine of being a tourist for a year.

With his signature wit and deep knowledge of his home province, McElroy offers a fresh perspective on what makes a city truly exceptional—and whether BC still deserves its reputation as the “best place on earth.”

“Justin McElroy... captures and defines what a world-class city is... A good read that I recommend you pick up.”

—Mike Harcourt, former mayor of Vancouver and premier of British Columbia

“What is a world class city? In Searching for the Best Place on Earth, Justin McElroy brings his endlessly curious eye to that question. The result is a smart, warm and often very funny travelogue—and one of the funnest books about cities I’ve read in ages.” —Charles Montgomery, author of Happy City

“Truly a joy to read, Searching for the Best Place on Earth is as much an in-depth, world travel guide as it is a look into the curious life and mind of one of British Columbia’s finest reporters.” —Bob Kronbauer, host of Now You Know BC, CHEK TV

Sold Out

Nov

12

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Thursday, Nov 12, 2026

Vancouver Burlesque Co.: Halloween Student Showcase

Join us for a dark and stormy Fall!

This season at the Vancouver Burlesque Co. we are going FULL HALLOWEEN and offering our guests two chances to see our Showcase. Our students will get a chance to do their group acts twice, with time in between to make them bigger, badder and better while each show will feature different soloists and guests.

We hauntingly suggest you come to both as surprises will await you at both shows!

Thursday, November 14
Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Tickets $30+ fees | $35+ fees at the door

Hosted by:
The Dark Angel, Miss Kiss

Full cast reveal coming soon!

Nov

14

9:00 PM

9:00pm • Saturday, Nov 14, 2026

Crazy Diamonds

The timeless sounds and images of one of rock’s most iconic and revered bands is returning to Vancouver this fall! Vancouver-based Pink Floyd tribute band, CRAZY DIAMONDS are excited to return to the Rio Theatre, Friday, November 14 for one night only!

From the Band:
"We are super stoked to bring you our one and only show of the year. And it’s all ages! We’ve only played 2-3 all ages gigs in 20 years and to see different generations come together around the tunes we all love is incredible!

For this gig, we’ll be playing songs spanning 'Piper at the Gates of Dawn' through to 'The Wall.' Hits, deep cuts and even a surprise or two.

Early bird ticket prices are available for a limited time along with School of Rock discounts.

We can’t wait to see you!"

You can expect the full Pink Floyd experience with interactive visuals, an immersive multi-sensory light show, and the band's dedication to performing the songs as they were meant to be heard — true to the albums!

Saturday, November 14
Doors 8:00 pm | Event 9:00 pm
*Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

EARLY BIRD tickets available for a limited time only!
VIP (Rows A-C, Centre Section)
Regular Entry

Connect with Crazy Diamonds:

https://www.instagram.com/crazydiamondsvancouver/
https://www.facebook.com/CrazyDiamondsVancouver

Nov

19

7:30 PM

7:30pm • Thursday, Nov 19, 2026

Hassam: Oh My Dog Recargado (Reloaded)

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HASSAM, OH MY DOG RECARGADO
Porque todos llevamos un ñero dentro

Una historia de vida mi perri contada con humor y música pero bien ñera

En Oh My Dog Recargado  llega  a Vancouver mi Pez para hacerlo reir, y ojo con la billetera porque viene recargado con su estilo único, convierte a los gomelitos en ñeros y a los honrados en chorizos... vamos disfrutar de los momentos más duros en una experiencia llena de risas, reflexión y esperanza.

Durante casi 2 horas, les voy a sacar la de risas porque les voy a demostrar que todos llevamos un ñero dentro aunque usted diga que no y se crea ahora muy extranja... tengo la poderosa herramienta para enfrentar las adversidades, celebrar la vida y encontrar motivos para seguir adelante y no! No es lo que piensa no llevo patecabra.

Un espectáculo que lo va a hacer reir y si no se rie los de la empresa dicen que le devuelven el billete de la boleta. NO se sienta solo mi pez  incluso en los momentos más difíciles, siempre hay espacio para una sonrisa, nos vemos en Noviembre!

HASSAM, OH MY DOG: RELOADED
Because we all have a bit of a street-smart hustler inside

A real-life story—told with humor, music, and plenty of street attitude—coming straight to you.

"Oh My Dog: Reloaded" brings the show to Vancouver to make you laugh. Watch your wallet, though—he’s back with a vengeance and his own unique style, turning the posh crowd into street-smart hustlers and the honest folks into crooks... We’ll explore life’s toughest moments in an experience full of laughter, reflection, and hope.

For nearly two hours, I’ll have you cracking up as I prove that we all have a bit of that street-smart hustler inside—even if you deny it and think you’re all fancy now. I’ve got the ultimate tool to face adversity, celebrate life, and find reasons to keep moving forward. And no—it’s not what you think; I’m not carrying a crowbar.

It’s a show that’ll make you laugh—and if you don’t, the organizers say they’ll refund your ticket money. Don’t feel alone; even in the hardest times, there’s always room for a smile. See you in November!

PLEASE NOTE: This performance will be in SPANISH.

Thursday, November 19
Doors 6:45 pm | Event 7:30 pm
 *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time..

VIP Assigned (Front 6 Rows) - $95 + fees
Main Floor, Assigned - $75 + fees
Balcony, General Admission - $55 + fees

¡No es solo comedia, es una historia de vida que merece ser contada y compartida! ¡Accesos Limitados, no se quede sin entrada!

It’s not just comedy; it’s a life story that deserves to be told and shared! Limited tickets available—don’t miss out!

Nov

20

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Friday, Nov 20, 2026

Nick Colletti

The Rio Theatre is delighted to welcome comedian Nick Colletti to the stage on Friday, November 20.

Friday, November 20
Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Nick Colletti is quickly emerging as one of Hollywood’s most dynamic and sought-after comedians and personalities. As a stand-up, Nick tours across the country performing at numerous sold out venues. In television, he stars alongside Jimmy Tatro, Cody Ko and Getter in the comedy hit, THE REAL BROS OF SIMI VALLEY, which has developed a massive, dedicated following. Colletti stars as Duncan in the faux-reality show which centers on four best friends as they navigate life in Simi Valley.

Online, Colletti has developed a massive fan base where he often posts videos and interacts with his 1M+ followers combined between Instagram and TikTok.

Nick currently resides in Pittsburgh, PA.

Nov

20

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Friday, Nov 20, 2026

East Van Opry Weekend Pass 2026

How-dyyyyyyy!

The legendary East Van Opry! 2026 will mark the 13th anniversary of this unstoppable live music event that celebrates "country" music - with a decidedly East Van twist, featuring performances from a host of your favourite local artists and special guests. Full Lineup Coming Soon!

Soooie! If one night of country isn't enough to fill your trough, how about three full nights of back-to-back-to-back heel stompin' fun at three of Vancouver's most iconic venues. See all three shows for one heck of a deal with the East Van Opry Weekend Pass!

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EAST VAN OPRY WEEKEND PASS
Friday, November 20 to Sunday, November 22

All three shows at all three different venues.

Save $10 with EARLY BIRDS tickets. Limited availability.

Early Bird, General Admission - $90 + s/c
General Admission - $100 + s/c

single event tickets also available

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East Van Opry presents Friday Night Dance
Friday, November 20 @ WISE HALL
Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Two steppin', Square Dancing, Jigging and more!

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The East Van Opry XII
Saturday, November 21 @ RIO THEATRE
Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

The dance floor is open and so is the saloon. Boot scoot your booty to the live performances then on up to the bar for a cold one.

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East Van Opry presents Stringband Sundae
Sunday, November 22 @ ANZA CLUB
Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Vancouver's finest bluegrass and old time pickers band together for a superstar lineup of Stringband Sundae, and present to you their favourite singers in the west. Come feast your ears on this special presentation of Stringband Sundae with all the extra toppings!

Nov

20

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Friday, Nov 20, 2026

East Van Opry Presents: Friday Night Dance at the Wise Hall

How-dyyyyyyy!

This November marks the return of the legendary East Van Opry! 2026 will mark the 13th anniversary of this unstoppable live music event that celebrates "country" music - with a decidedly East Van twist, featuring performances from a host of your favourite local artists and special guests. Full Lineup Coming Soon!

Soooie! If one night of country isn't enough to fill your trough, how about three full nights of back-to-back-to-back heel stompin' fun at three of Vancouver's most iconic venues. See all three shows for one heck of a deal with the East Van Opry Weekend Pass!

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EAST VAN OPRY WEEKEND PASS
Friday, November 20 to Sunday, November 22

All three shows at all three different venues.

Save $10 with EARLY BIRD tickets. Limited availability.

Early Bird, General Admission - $90 + s/c
General Admission - $100 + s/c
Tickets here: https://riotheatretickets.ca/

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East Van Opry presents Friday Night Dance
Friday, November 20 @ WISE HALL

Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Two steppin', Square Dancing, Jigging and more!

General Admission - $20 + s/c

ONLINE TICKET SALES END Friday, November 20 at 7:00 pm. TICKETS ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR.

Nov

21

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Saturday, Nov 21, 2026

East Van Opry at the Rio Theatre

How-dyyyyyyy!

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, November 21 for one of our favourite annual events - The legendary East Van Opry! 2026 will mark the 13th anniversary of this unstoppable live music event that celebrates "country" music - with a decidedly East Van twist, featuring performances from a host of your favourite local artists and special guests. Full Lineup Coming Soon!

Soooie! If one night of country isn't enough to fill your trough, how about three full nights of back-to-back-to-back heel stompin' fun at three of Vancouver's most iconic venues. See all three shows for one heck of a deal with the East Van Opry Weekend Pass!

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EAST VAN OPRY WEEKEND PASS
Friday, November 20 to Sunday, November 22

All three shows at all three different venues.

Save $10 with Early Bird tickets. Limited availability.

Early Bird, General Admission - $90 + s/c
General Admission - $100 + s/c

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The East Van Opry XII
Saturday, November 21 @ RIO THEATRE

Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

The dance floor is open and so is the saloon. Boot scoot your booty to the live performances then on up to the bar for a cold one.

Save $3 with EARLY BIRD tickets available until October 1!

Early Bird, General Admission - $37 + s/c
General Admission - $40 + s/c

Nov

22

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Sunday, Nov 22, 2026

Jenny Tian

Join us at the Rio Theatre on Sunday, November 22 for a performances from the very funny and talented Australian comic, Jenny Tian.

Sunday, November 22
Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

VIP Tickets (First 5 rows, Centre section)
$47.25 + s/c

Main Floor (Assigned Seating)
$36.75 + s/c

Balcony (GA)
$36.75 + s/c

All Tickets on sale May 15 8:00 am PST!

A regular on the Sydney comedy circuit, Jenny Tian exploded onto our #fyp during the pandemic notching up millions of likes and amassing a collective online audience of 1M+. Her debut solo show Picture This sold out to audiences up and down the east coast of Australia and was released as a YouTube special where it has nearly a million views. Her second hour Chinese Australian: A Tale of Internet Fame sold out across Australia and took her to her first ever runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and West End's Boulevard Theatre, also selling out both. Off the back of her stand up success, Jenny has secured spots on the lineup for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Galas and as a cast member in season 2 of Taskmaster AU, the latter earning her a Logie nomination for Best New Talent.

After a stint in London, Jenny is now living in New York and just completed her first US tour of her most recent hour, the aptly titled Jenny’s Travels, and has been named by Deadline as a stand-up to keep an eye on in 2026. Recently announced as a recipient of Screen Aus and YouTube’s funding initiative, Skip Ahead, Jenny is in post-production on Dupermarket, a web series that she's starring in and co-writing with Patrick Golamco. Her third special, Supreme Mother, launched on Veeps in May 2026.

Nov

22

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Sunday, Nov 22, 2026

East Van Opry Presents Stringband Sundae at the Anza Club

How-dyyyyyyy!

This November marks the return of Vancouver's favourite annual events - The legendary East Van Opry! 2026 will mark the 13th anniversary of this unstoppable live music event that celebrates "country" music - with a decidedly East Van twist, featuring performances from a host of your favourite local artists and special guests. Full Lineup Coming Soon!

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EAST VAN OPRY WEEKEND PASS
Friday, November 20 to Sunday, November 22

All three shows at all three different venues.

Save $10 with EARLY BIRD tickets. Limited availability.

Early Bird, General Admission - $90 + s/c
General Admission - $100 + s/c
Tickets here: https://riotheatretickets.ca/

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East Van Opry presents Stringband Sundae
Sunday, November 22 @ ANZA CLUB

Doors 7:00 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Vancouver's finest bluegrass and old time pickers band together for a superstar lineup of Stringband Sundae, and present to you their favourite singers in the west. Come feast your ears on this special presentation of Stringband Sundae with all the extra toppings!

Save $3 with EARLY BIRD tickets available till October 1!

Early Bird, General Admission - $37 + s/c
General Admission - $40 + s/c

Nov

23

9:30 PM

9:30pm • Monday, Nov 23, 2026

FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!

Matthew Bowman is a lonely call center employee living an apathetic and confusing life. At work, his days consist of attempted cold call sales which are often met with rejection and a boss who's superiority complex is unmatched. At home he finds himself lost in the infinite sea of ad campaigns on TV, featuring controversial politician: Jimmy Joblinski.

Monday, November 23
Doors 9:00 pm | Film 9:30 pm
 *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

General Admission -  $16 + fees

Feeling a spur of uncharacteristic spontaneity, Matthew accepts an invitation to a local punk show. At this show he meets another young man, Jacob Mauser. Matthew sees in Jacob what he lacks in himself, confidence, charisma, and a sense of purpose.

As the election looms, Matthew's eyes are opened to Jacob and his friends' vastly different worldview. One of sex, drugs and protest.

After an evening of lsd infused partying, Matthew Bowman wakes up in his car on the side of a dirt road... And discovers something that will forever change the course of his life, forcing him to reckon with the nightmare that his life has unraveled into, along with the battlefield his mind has become.

Nov

25

6:30 PM

6:30pm • Wednesday, Nov 25, 2026

Shits n Giggles 2026: Opening Night

Shits N Giggles is back, and we're kicking off with a bang: two screenings for the price of one. A night of brand new world premieres, all of them new and weird films made by our community, just for Shits N Giggles.

One $25 ticket gets you into both screenings. Screening lineup TBD

Wednesday, November 25
Screening 1 Doors 5:45 pm | Event 6:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Screening 2 Event 8:30pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Nov

26

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Thursday, Nov 26, 2026

Shits N Giggles 2026: Finals and Awards

It all comes down to this. Join us for the Shits N Giggles finals at the Rio Theatre. Watch the best of the best films made for SNG 2026. Screening starts at 7pm with awards and After party following!

One $25 ticket gets you into the screening and After Party. Screening lineup TBD

Thursday, November 26
Doors 6:15pm | Event 7:00pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Nov

28

2:00 PM

2:00pm • Saturday, Nov 28, 2026

Paper Flowers – Special Presentation

Paper Flowers – Special Presentation
The Memorial Society of British Columbia is pleased to present an exclusive screening of Paper Flowers.

Based on an incredible true story, Shalin Shah, an ambitious USC graduate, leaves behind his loving Indian-American family, and devoted Taiwanese-American girlfriend, Fiona, to pursue his dream of making a difference as a Peace Corps volunteer. However, his life takes a devastating turn when a check-up for a lingering cough reveals a shocking diagnosis: a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Forced to return home and undergo treatment, Shalin confronts the fundamental question: what is the true meaning of life when faced with limited time? Paper Flowers is a poignant and inspirational journey of love, loss, and hope.  It serves as a roadmap to cherish the moments we have and to remember to stop and enjoy every sunset.

Award Highlights
Audience Award – San Luis Obispo Int. Film Festival
Best of Fest - Palm Springs Int Film Festival
Social Impact & Vision Award - Ojai Film Festival
Best Film - Chandler Film Festival

Panel Discussion
Following the screening of Paper Flowers, join us for a community conversation on grief and loss, death and dying.

Presented by the Memorial Society of BC
Community Sponsors:  BC Bereavement Helpline, NIDUS
Corporate Sponsor: Tru Earth

Saturday, November 28
Doors 1:30 pm | Movie 2:00pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Paper Flowers (Mahesh Pailoor, 2026 / PG / 100 mins)

Nov

28

9:00 PM

9:00pm • Saturday, Nov 28, 2026

Burlesque Long Form: Encore Edition

BACK FOR AN ENCORE SHOWING!!

Six acclaimed burlesque performers return to the Rio Theatre‘s stage on Saturday November 28th for BURLESQUE LONG FORM: ENCORE EDITION! This show was too good to only do once! One In an artistic challenge set by producer and noted performer April O’Peel, local luminaries will have one MORE chance to perform a full ten minute act.

Will the performers be able to please, tease and captivate their audience for a full ten minutes? Expect outlandish props, projections, and over- the-top narratives as a stunning variety of unique and spectacular burlesque performers push the boundaries in Burlesque Long Form!

Saturday, November 28
Doors at 8:00 pm | Show at 9:00 pm

Tickets Advance: $30 + s/c | At the door: $35 + s/c
*$20 + s/c Early Bird tickets until November 9th using promo code

Featuring performances from
Scarlet Delirium
Mx Bukuru
Dae LeeGrind
Ariel Helvetica
Arabella Boop
April O'Peel

Hosted by Diva Fandango

Dec

05

1:00 PM

1:00pm • Saturday, Dec 5, 2026

LET IT BE DONE: The Fiat Echoes Still

Presented and Produced by St. Mary’s Parish Vancouver

LET IT BE DONE: The Fiat Echoes Still is an original musical that connects Mary’s courageous “Yes” to God with the struggles of today’s generation.

Set between biblical Nazareth and the modern world, the story follows Mary as she embraces God’s calling, while Anna faces her own struggles with doubt, identity, expectations, and finding her place in the world—mirroring the challenges many young people experience today.

Through all-original songs, drama, and powerful transitions between past and present, the musical reminds us that questions of faith, purpose, belonging, and hope transcend time.

At its heart, Let It Be Done is a story of courage, faith, and the power of saying “Yes” even when the path ahead is uncertain.

Saturday, December 5
Matinee

Doors 12:00 pm | Event 1:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

General Admission - $39 + fees

About:
Written and Directed by Jose Rafael Bernardo - Featuring All Original Songs
Starring: Farah Alvarina as 'Mary' | Marah Alvarina as 'Anna'

LET IT BE DONE: The Fiat Echoes Still is St Mary's Parish's first original musical feature.

Dec

05

6:00 PM

6:00pm • Saturday, Dec 5, 2026

LET IT BE DONE: The Fiat Echoes Still

Presented and Produced by St. Mary’s Parish Vancouver

LET IT BE DONE: The Fiat Echoes Still is an original musical that connects Mary’s courageous “Yes” to God with the struggles of today’s generation.

Set between biblical Nazareth and the modern world, the story follows Mary as she embraces God’s calling, while Anna faces her own struggles with doubt, identity, expectations, and finding her place in the world—mirroring the challenges many young people experience today.

Through all-original songs, drama, and powerful transitions between past and present, the musical reminds us that questions of faith, purpose, belonging, and hope transcend time.

At its heart, Let It Be Done is a story of courage, faith, and the power of saying “Yes” even when the path ahead is uncertain.

Saturday, December 5
Evening

Doors 5:00 pm | Event 6:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

General Admission - $39 + fees

About:
Written and Directed by Jose Rafael Bernardo - Featuring All Original Songs
Starring: Farah Alvarina as 'Mary' | Marah Alvarina as 'Anna'

LET IT BE DONE: The Fiat Echoes Still is St Mary's Parish's first original musical feature.

Dec

09

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Wednesday, Dec 9, 2026

Mountains on Stage: Winter 2026

Mountains on Stage is back at the Rio Theatre for its Winter 2026 edition on Wednesday, December 9. Mountains on Stage brings the world of mountain adventure to the big screen through a selection of inspiring films and documentaries featuring climbing, mountaineering, skiing, trail running and extraordinary human adventures.

Films are presented in their original language with English subtitles.

Complete program info and lineup coming soon!

Wednesday, December 9
Doors 6:00 pm | Event 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Dec

11

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Friday, Dec 11, 2026

Christopher Titus: Doomed to Repeat

CHRISTOPHER TITUS is a prolific stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and producer. As a creator, he has sold shows to NBC, ABC, FOX and Comedy Central. His wildly innovative multi-cam half hour Titus premiered to critical and audience acclaim on Fox, earning the show an Emmy nomination, while Titus himself received a WGA Award nomination for his writing. Following Titus, Christopher starred in ABC’s Big Shots, acting opposite Dylan McDermott, Michael Vartan and Josh Malina.

He also starred in the NBC one-hour pilot, Future Tense and created and starred in the Bryan Cranston-directed pilot, Special Unit for Comedy Central. And he recently wrote, directed, and starred in a feature version of Special Unit
which won the L.A. Film Award for Best Comedy Feature and the Hope Film Awards jury prize for Best Director.

Christopher has written and starred in ten 90-minute comedy specials, with several spending months on the Billboard Top 10 comedy chart. He recently released his tenth special, Carrying Monsters, a bookend companion piece to
Norman Rockwell is Bleeding (his very first show and the source material for the Fox series). His podcast, The Armageddon Update/Titus Podcast has over 10 million downloads. During the worst days of the pandemic, he used his self-owned studio as a safe space to exec produce and direct specials for Ron Funches, Fortune Feimster and Everlast.

Christopher is currently touring his new show, DOOMED TO REPEAT to sold-out audiences at clubs and theaters across the country. With a take-no-prisoners wit and years of experience writing hilariously edgy and poignant comedy, Christopher Titus is a voice unlike any other.

Friday, December 11
Doors: 7:00 pm | Event 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Artist's Circle (Rows 1-4 Centre section) - $70 + s/c
Main Floor (Assigned Seating) - $55 + s/c
Balcony (GA Seating) - $55 + s/c

Dec

12

9:00 PM

9:00pm • Saturday, Dec 12, 2026

Tits the Season!

There’s no business like snow business and Helvetica Productions is once again proud to present the sixth edition of Tits the Season! at the Rio Theatre on Saturday, December 12th!

Treat yo’elf to a holidate with this over-the-top festive extravaganza featuring drag, burlesque, circus, and variety performers from Vancouver and beyond.

This holiday spectacular lineup is sure to keep you Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree and warmer than a cup of mulled wine.

Saturday, December 12th
Doors: 8:00 pm | Show: 9:00 pm

Starring: Batty Banks & Moscato Sky

With performances from:
Misty Blue
Velvet Ryder
Ariel Hevetica & Numi
Rose Butch
VBC’s Tinsel and Tease
Yuki the Juggler
Scarlet Delirium & Holly Graphic
Charlotte Strudel
VBC’s Glamourpuss
Donna Boss Rogers

Hosted by: Miss Kiss

So, meet us under the mistletoe, Yule definitely be entertained!

Cast subject to change.

There’s snow time like the present to grab your tickets—get early bird pricing until November 1st
Snowbells — General Admission $30 Early Bird until November 1st
Snowballers — Best seats in the house! $45 Early Bird until November 1st
Snow Angels — First two rows with a Meet + Greet photo opportunity with the cast and go home with a VIP swag bag full of holiday presents for yourself. $65 Early Bird until November 1st

After November 1st:
Snowbells — General Admission $40
Snowballers — Best seats in the house! $55
Snow Angels — First two rows with a Meet + Greet photo opportunity with the cast and go home with a VIP swag bag full of holiday presents for yourself! $75

Limited VIP tickets available — frost come, frost served!

About Helvetica Productions:
With more than a decade of experience under her G-String, Ariel Helvetica is everyone’s type. She has boldly crossed the globe, performing in some of the top burlesque shows and festivals across the world. With her dazzling blend of glamour, cheese, and stratospheric high kicks, this ultimate showgirl has received many accolades, including being named one of 21st Century Burlesque’s Most Influential Performers and performing multiple times at the Burlesque Hall of Fame—most recently competing for Mx. Exotic World in 2025.

Underlining her performance bonafides, Ariel is also the Assistant Director of the Vancouver Burlesque Company and producer at Helvetica Productions, which is celebrated for its annual holiday variety extravaganza: Tits the Season!

Share the Love! Support the Rio Theatre!

2026 Gift Certificate: Two Movie Passes and Concession

This Rio Theatre gift certificate is good for entry to any single regular screening and includes two medium drinks, and one large popcorn. If you prefer a physical card, this gift certificate is also available for purchase from our conession stand during open business hours.

Share the Love! Support the Rio Theatre!

2026 Gift Certificate: Single Movie Pass and Concession

This Rio Theatre gift certificate is good for entry to any single regular screening and includes one medium popcorn, one medium fountain beverage, and one small candy. If you prefer a physical card, this gift certificate is also available for purchase from our conession stand during open business hours.

Jan

09

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Saturday, Jan 9, 2027

Travis Holp: Life After Life Live

Travis Holp Live is an unforgettable evening of connection, healing, and hope.

Join internationally known medium and author Travis Holp as he delivers powerful, evidential messages from loved ones in spirit to members of the audience. Blending heart and insight, Travis reminds audiences that love never dies, and that our connections to those who’ve passed are closer than we think.

Each show is a one-of-a-kind experience filled with evidential messages, heart-opening moments, and laughter that lifts the whole room. While not everyone will receive a reading, every person leaves feeling renewed, connected, and reminded that love doesn’t end — it only transforms.

Saturday, January 9
Doors 6:30 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Tickets on sale May 8

Artists Circle VIP (Rows A-E) $47.25+ s/c
Tickets $36.75 + s/c
After Show Meet 'n Greet Add-on (Limited Quantity Available -) $45

Jan

11

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Monday, Jan 11, 2027

Shawn Chidiac

SHAWN CHIDIAC is the man behind @myparents_are_divorced and all the voices that come with him. Lebanese, born in Canada. Raised in Dubai by a single mum. Followed by over 1.1 million people across social media who watch him turn into other people, the accents, the characters, the impressions that feel like someone from your own family. With his mass of online success it has allowed him to sell out venues such as Dubai Opera.

Live, he does it right in front of you. He writes every word himself. The characters come out, the accents land, and stories from his own mixed-up childhood turn into jokes that feel like they're about yours. That's the whole idea.

Sunday, January 11
Doors 6:00 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

G/A Premium (first 2 full rows) - 42 seats at $59 + venue fee
G/A Floor - 259 seats at $45 + venue fee
G/A Balcony - 108 seats at $35 + venue fee

Jan

16

7:00 PM

7:00pm • Saturday, Jan 16, 2027

Matt Puzhitsky

The Rio Theatre is excited to welcome comedian Matt Puzhitsky to the stage for a night of laughs on Saturday, January 16.

Saturday, January 16
Doors 6:30 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

VIP (Rows A-D, Centre Section) $45 + fees
Adult Entry $35 + fees

Matt Puzhitsky is a rising star in comedy, blending sharp writing with the absurdity of immigrant life and Slavic culture. Based in Toronto, Matt’s stand-up has been featured at Just for Laughs, Netflix Is a Joke, and Joe Rogan’s Comedy Mothership in Austin.

His viral social media skits satirizing everything from Eastern European dads to Western culture have earned him over 350,000 followers and hundreds of millions of views on his social media platforms, even landing him a nod on the PBD Podcast.

Matt tours across North America, and has worked with major names like Christina P, Frankie Quiñones, Sam Morril, and Luis J. Gomez, while building one of the most distinct and loyal fanbases in comedy.

Connect with Matt on Instagram @MattPuzhitsky

Jan

20

7:30 PM

7:30pm • Wednesday, Jan 20, 2027

Shaun Majumder: Born Again New Canadian

The Rio Theatre is pleased to welcome Canadian comedy legend Shaun Majumder to the stage with his new show, "Born Again New Canadian," on Wednesday, January 20. An award-winning actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director, Shaun's prolific career has spanned more than two decades across television, film, and live performance.

Wednesday, January 20
Doors 6:30 pm | Show  7:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Tickets $50+ fees

Shaun Majumder is a beloved Canadian comedian who has been active on the scene for more than two decades. He currently stars as “Father Khatri” in MGM+‘s acclaimed series FROM and recently appeared as “Gary” in Peacock’s THE MINIATURE WIFE, opposite Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen. His recent work also includes portraying “Dr. Voor” in STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Equally adept in comedy and drama, Shaun’s screen credits include 24, THE FIRM, DETROIT 1-8-7, UNHITCHED, and CEDRIC THE ENTERTAINER PRESENTS.

Shaun first became a household name through his legendary seventeen-season run on CBC’s "This Hour Has 22 Minutes", where his singular voice as a performer and writer earned multiple Gemini and Canadian Screen Awards, establishing him as one of Canada’s most distinctive comedic talents.

Today, Shaun’s creative focus is increasingly centered on authorship and original storytelling through his production company, LAFBOY. Conceived as a home for bold, emotionally resonant stories, LAFBOY is dedicated to creating work that moves people. Projects that balance humour and heart while exploring identity, family, belonging, and the complexities of human connection.

As a writer, producer, and director, Shaun is developing a slate of premium film and television projects that reflect his unique perspective and genre-fluid sensibility, ranging from elevated comedy and prestige drama to socially conscious storytelling rooted in character and place.

With a career that continues to evolve beyond performance alone, Shaun Majumder is emerging as a singular creative voice, committed to building meaningful, globally relevant stories that entertain, challenge, and endure.

Feb

07

6:30 PM

6:30pm • Sunday, Feb 7, 2027

Susan Rice

The Rio Theatre is pleased to welcome legendary comic Susan Rice to the stage for an evening of laughter on Sunday, February 7.

Sunday, February 7
Doors 5:00 pm | Show 6:00 pm
*Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Tickets $35+ fees

Susan Rice was recently featured in Vulture Magazine for her widely popular appearance on Don't Tell Comedy, that garnered over 1 millions views. Susan has made appearance on ABC, NBC, HBO, Showtime, and comedy central. Moving to Los Angeles in 1986 brought Ttlevision credits and allowed her to open for comics like Jerry Seinfeld, Rich Shydner, Paula Poundstone, and recently Maria Bamford and Arsenio Hall. In the last 10 years, Rice has found her niche in fundraising and organizing charity events such as the first-ever St. Johns Comedy Festival held in her own neighborhood of N. Portland. It will help bring laughter back, and promote local small businesses.

Connect with Susan Rice
On Instagram @funnyoldbag
On TikTok @funnyoldbag

Mar

12

7:30 PM

7:30pm • Friday, Mar 12, 2027

Henry Sir

The Rio Theatre is excited to welcome Canadian comic, writer, and former All-Canadian basketball player Henry Sir to the venue on Friday, March 12.

Friday, March 12
Doors 6:30 pm | Show 7:30 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Main Floor $30+ fees
Balcony $25+ fees

Announce: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 @ 10:00 AM Local
ARTIST Pre-sale: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 @ 10:00 AM
Public On-sale: Friday, September 25, 2026 @ 10:00 AM Local

Known for his dry wit, sharp social commentary, and "punching up" takes on the state of the world, Henry Sir is a Canadian comedian and writer based between Canada and New York, where he performs at the top clubs like The Comedy Cellar and Gotham Comedy Club while touring North America. Henry has been featured on Comedy Central, Just For Laughs New  Faces, Don't Tell Comedy, and CBC New Wave of Stand Up, and is the host of the
satirical political podcast, "The Freedom Hour," and the popular social media series, "Current Events Chirped By A Canadian."

Connect on Instagram @henrysircomedy

Mar

19

8:00 PM

8:00pm • Friday, Mar 19, 2027

The Comic Strippers: A Male Stripper Parody & Improv Comedy Show

The award winning improv comedians are back with a new show, more moves, and even quicker wits.
A SHOW FOR ALL GENDERS… 19+ ONLY WARNING!

No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity.

A fictitious male stripper troupe (played by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians) performs a sexylarious improv comedy show. They try to be sexy… it just comes out funny. Constantly grooving and gyrating in between scenes they banter with the crowd and perform their hilarious twist on improv sketches. They sing, they “dance”, and they are ready to make you laugh. Semi undressed and completely unscripted, The Comic Strippers take off their shirts and take on your suggestions to create a whole new genre of comedy.

Friday, March 19
Doors 7:30 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Early Bird Tickets $39+ fees On Sale Now For a Limited Time!
Regular Tickets  $49+ fees
Squad Pass For Groups of Six or More $44/ea+ fees

'BEST LIVE PRODUCTION' Canadian Comedy Award Winner

★★★★★ “Extremely Funny!”UK Fringe Review

“The show is suitable for both men and women. An entertaining ride where anything goes.” Rip It Up Magazine

"One of the most hilarious shows I've ever seen." Vancouver Sun

www.thecomicstrippers.com

Mar

28

6:00 PM

6:00pm • Sunday, Mar 28, 2027

Psychic Standup with Karen Rontowski

Psychic Standup is a show unlike any other. KAREN RONTOWSKI combines her 35 years as a standup comic with her 25 years of tarot reading and the results are predictably hilarious. Karen has two DryBar Comedy Specials that currently have over 50 million views and has been seen on the Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Central, Comics Unleashed, ComedyDotCom as well as Sirius XM Radio. The show consists of 30-40 minutes of standup and then Karen pulls out the Tarot Cards and takes questions from the crowd. Her incredible improv skills keep the crowd entertained whether they are believers or not. There is something for the serious psychic patron as well as the serious skeptic. Every show is unique and the future never looked so funny. You don’t have to believe or even be open minded, you just have to be ready to laugh.

Real tarot, real funny.

Sunday, March 28
Doors 6:30 pm | Show 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Artists Circle VIP (Rows A-E) $45+ Fees
Regular Entry $35+ fees