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Raven Mother celebrates women who hold cultural knowledge and honours Elder Margaret Harris for her role in revitalizing Indigenous dance along the Northwest Coast.

Dancers of Damelahamid, Raven Mother, November 20-22, 2024. © Andrew Grenier
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Showcasing Canadian artists at Expo 2025 Osaka

The NAC will present a powerful line-up of performing artists at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, Japan, showcasing the breadth and diversity of our country’s vibrant artistic scene. Full line-up coming soon! 

  • Arohafest October 14-19

    Celebrate the arts and culture of India with ArohaFest

    Leading up to Diwali, the ancient festival of lights, we invite you to experience ArohaFest Diwali Royale, a festival with performances and… Leading up to Diwali, the ancient festival of lights, we… Leading up to Diwali, the ancient festival of lights, we invite you to experience ArohaFest Diwali Royale, a festival with performances and activities for the whole family.

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    Act of sisterhood and benevolence

    On World Mental Health Day, Safia Nolin and Debbie Lynch-White from the show Surveillée et punie discuss hatred, pride, and the art of… On World Mental Health Day, Safia Nolin and Debbie Lynch-White… On World Mental Health Day, Safia Nolin and Debbie Lynch-White from the show Surveillée et punie discuss hatred, pride, and the art of listening. 

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    NAC Orchestra Mentorship Program

    Play it forward! A bold and innovative professional development initiative for talented emerging and early career professional orchestral… Play it forward! A bold and innovative professional… Play it forward! A bold and innovative professional development initiative for talented emerging and early career professional orchestral creatives from around the world. 

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