In school Ages 5-12
Enhance your “Calypso Magic” experience with a dance workshop presented by MASC! In advance of (or following) the NAC … read more
In person at the NAC Ages 12-18
Are your students considering a career in the arts? Participants will meet a group of arts administrators from the National Arts Centre’s Orchestra, … read more
In person at the NAC Ages 14+
Ready to put your thinking caps on? From attracting new audiences to protecting artistic integrity, the world of arts administration continues to face exciting … read more
In school Ages 9-14
*Please note that we have reached the limit of participants for this program for the 2024-2025 school year.* This program is offered in French only. Welcome … read more
Ages 16+
The prime objective of the competition is to encourage the pursuit of excellence on the part of young instrumentalists aspiring to orchestral careers. Each … read more
In school Ages 6-18
*Available from November 4 to 10 only* Description: At the crossroads of theatre, clowning, and visual arts, Object Theatre is a fascinating multidisciplinary … read more
In school Ages 8-13
Offered in French only Welcome slam poet Karyl Sihomnoue into your classroom (in person or virtually)! The objective of this workshop is to offer students an … read more
In school Ages 6-18
Available in French only In order to get a better handle on the world of creation, why not experience a thrilling moment with artists or those who … read more
Your donations through the NAC's National Youth and Education Trust help the NAC provide learning and engagement opportunities for all — from young children in the classroom, to artists, to the lifelong learner.
Learning and engagement at Canada’s National Arts Centre is made possible through the support of many generous individuals and organizations from across the country. Arts Alive is generously supported by the Azrieli Foundation, the Government of Nunavut, Canadian North, Calm Air, The River Philip Foundation, The Turnbull Family Community Building Foundation, and The Thomas Sill Foundation. Thank you also to Grant and Alice Burton, Canada Life, A Donor-Advised Fund at the Community Foundation of Ottawa, Friends of the NAC Orchestra, Donors to the NAC Foundation's Future Fund, The Janice and Earle O’Born Fund for Artistic Excellence, and the donors and sponsors of the NAC’s National Youth and Education Trust, the primary resource for youth and education funding at the National Arts Centre.