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Culture can be found in every inch of our halls. And when we come together as an audience that’s when it truly comes alive. Be a part of it!

Upcoming events

In-person   Ages 13+ Family Opera
The Queen In Me Sep 20 - 30, 2023
Free In-person Classical Talks
Pre-Concert Talk: Ehnes, Altstaedt & Kanneh-Mason Sarah Slean, Cecilia Livingston & Hannah Chan-Hartley in conversation Sep 21, 2023 - 7 PM EDT
In-person Classical Masterworks
Ehnes, Altstaedt & Kanneh-Mason FOCUS: Clara, Robert, Johannes Sep 21, 2023 - 8 PM EDT
In-person Singer Rock
Grace Petrie Sep 21, 2023 - 8:30 PM EDT
Free In-person Classical Electronic
FOCUS: Album Release and Closing Night Party FOCUS: Clara, Robert, Johannes Sep 21, 2023 - 10 PM EDT
Sold Out   Ages 16+ Indigenous Workshops
Beaded Orange Shirt | Self-Paced Online Workshop Sep 22, 2023 - 11 AM EDT
Free Livestream Classical Masterworks
NAC Orchestra with James Ehnes In Kingston Sep 22, 2023 - 7:30 PM EDT
In-person Masterworks Violin
NAC Orchestra with James Ehnes In Kingston Sep 22, 2023 - 7:30 PM EDT
In-person Jazz
Lina Allemano Four Sep 22, 2023 - 8:30 PM EDT
Workshops
Beaded Orange Heart Workshop Sep 23, 2023 - 11 AM EDT
In-person Rock Hip-hop
Papakanje (#ReconcileThis Concert) Sep 23, 2023 - 7:30 PM EDT
Events Calendar
A figure dances wearing a fringed shawl. © Illustration Mariah Meawasige

Days of Truth and Reconciliation

In observance of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we proudly present a collection of virtual and in-person offerings, highlighting the strength and resilience of Indigenous cultures. 

  • Focus Festival, Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms September 13-21

    FOCUS: Clara, Robert, Johannes

    Hear Brahms and Schumann like never before. Alexander Shelley and NACO present a festival to open our new season and celebrate the conclusion of a multi-album, JUNO-nominated recording cycle.

  • The Journey Ahead: 2023-2026 Strategic Plan

    The Journey Ahead: 2023-2026 Strategic Plan

    The NAC recommits to working with artists and arts organizations from across this land to revitalize our sector, and to ensuring that equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, accessibility and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples guide our actions.

  • Community, beaded artwork by Jessica Hernandez

    Indigenous Cities: Montréal

    The stories here. Three new audio stories celebrate contemporary and traditional Indigenous perspectives on what it means to work, play and live in what is now known as Montréal.

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