*Minors OK! (Mild content / language warning.) Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
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8:00pm - Thursday, Dec 11, 2025
Paul Anthony's Talent Time: Christmas Special
Paul Anthony's Talent Time returns to the Rio Theatre on Thursday, December 11 for a yearly tradition of song, dance, comedy and free warm socks with an overall feeling of joy to the world! They haven't done an Xmas show in years (because of New Year's Eve), but this year, they have chosen to focus on Christmas instead! Featuring some beloved traditions and some new ones...
Thursday, December 11
Doors 7:15 pm | Show 8:00 pm *Please arrive on time. Start time subject to change.
Featuring...
KIDS FROM VANCOUVER PERFORMING STARS!!
Nothing says Christmas like a bunch of kids singing in matching seasonal vests. VPS was founded out of a need for accessible, high-calibre performing arts education at a community level. Through comprehensive training in dance, music, and dramatic arts, they empower young performers to develop the discipline, creative thinking, and collaborative skills essential for success both onstage and in life.
SEASONAL SCENTED VAPE TRICKS!!
Some local vape lords blow sick tricks that smell like fresh baked gingerbread!
SHREDDING SANTA: IT'S "COOL SANTA" ON GUITAR!!
Elliot Langford IS cool Santa and he will be shredding along to some Xmas classics soooo hard!
BILLY AND THE PAROLE MODELS!!
Christmas songs lit on fire by this super group led by Billy Ho-Ho-Hopeless with Chelsea Spector and more!
YOUNG SINGER: ROCKET BARNETSON!!
It's fun to witness the spirit through a child's eyes. Rocket from VPS is gonna sing an adorable xmas classic!
RONG! AS THE HOUSE BAND!
Featuring Kristy-lee Audette, Byron Slack & Emilor Jayne! They will also play their original Christmas Song.
RE-GIFTING STATION!
Bring your unwanted items, trade for a wanted item and we will wrap it for you! This might not come together so just check back here the week of the show and see if we are still offering it lol.
LIVE SEASONAL SCARF WEAVER: ROSIE KERSCHBAUMER!
Over the course of the show, scarves for Paul & Ryan will be weaved LIVE in front of your very eyes by this pro.
FREE WARM SOCKS!!
We have obtained a large slingshot and will be firing out pre-warmed socks to people wishing to increase their comfort while enjoying the show. (Yes, for real)
"There's no funner night out than the monthly Talent Time." (The Georgia Straight)
"Talent Time is the most innovative, raucus, totally silly and inspired show I have seen in years. Watching it is like freebasing sheer fun!" (Matthew Hays, Globe & Mail/CBC Arts Online)
