Oscar-Nominated Short Films: Live Action Shorts at the Rio Theatre
Schedule
Sun Feb 22 2026 at 02:15 pm to 04:15 pm
UTC-08:00Location
The Rio Theatre | Vancouver, BC
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Join us at the Rio Theatre and catch all of the 2026 Oscar-Nominated Short Films – on the big screen!Showcasing the best short films from around the world, the 2026 Oscar-Nominated Shorts presents feature-length programs dedicated to each Academy Award Short Film category: Animation, Documentary and Live Action. With 5 featured shorts per category from all over the globe, you’ll have a tough time choosing just one winner!
Live Action Shorts (Apx. 114 mins)
Butcher’s Stain by Meyer Levinson-Blount
A Friend of Dorothy by Lee Knight
Jane Austen’s Period Drama by Steve Pinder & Julia Aks
The Singers by Sam Davis
Two People Exchanging Saliva by Alexandre Singh & Natalie Musteata
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Sunday, February 22
Doors 1:45 pm | Screening 2:15 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Tickets for Live Action Shorts: https://riotheatretickets.ca/events/40162-oscar-nominated-live-actions-shorts-viewing-party
Oscar Shorts Bundle: https://riotheatretickets.ca/events/40163-2026-oscar-nominated-short-films-all-access-pass
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Wednesday, February 25
Doors 3:30 pm | Screening 4:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.
Tickets for Live Action Shorts: https://riotheatretickets.ca/events/40208-oscar-nominated-animated-shorts-viewing-party
Oscar Shorts Bundle: https://riotheatretickets.ca/events/40163-2026-oscar-nominated-short-films-all-access-pass
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*Must be 18+ for entry. Must be 19+ w/ID for bar service.
*Rio Theatre Groupons and passes OK for any single film only. Please redeem at the door.
*We recommend purchasing your tickets in advance at www.riotheatretickets.ca. If a screening or live event is not sold out, the remaining tickets will be available for in-person purchase at the Rio Theatre’s Box Office prior to showtime (subject to availability).
*Our box office is typically open 30 minutes before showtime. All seating is General Admission; please arrive 20-30 minutes prior to showtime to ensure great seats, and time for treats at concession.
*All Rio Theatre tickets are final sale. No refunds, exchanges or transfers.
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