My Account-
Creative Economy 101
Digital Workshop with Ryan Elliot DrewGrades 10-12 Ages 14-18
Offered in English only How can artists and creatives change the world? This workshop is meant to elevate the student's understanding of the creative economy — the vast system of global networks that support … read more
-
Cross-Cultural Exploration: Music & Nature
with Samantha Whelan Kotkas & Walter...Grade 3–6
Explore how music is inspired by the natural world in both Classical and Indigenous musical traditions. Alberta-based teaching artists Samantha Whelan Kotkas (trumpet) and Walter MacDonald White Bear (drum, guitar, … read more
-
Discovering the Hidden Side of Object Theatre
Workshop with Le Théâtre de la Pire EspèceGrade 7 to 12 Ages 12-16
This workshop is only offered in French. WORKSHOP What is object theatre? This artform, despite being unknown to the general population, is worth discovering as it can offer vast possibilities for creators. … read more
-
Engaging Band Students through Technology
Digital Workshop for Teachers with Arlene...Post-secondary, Professional Ages 18+
How can we use digital tools to motivate learners in band programs? Join Saskatchewan-based French horn player and teaching artist Arlene Shiplett as she guides you through the latest applications, websites, and tools … read more
-
Finding the Ojibwe Horse
with Ken MacDonald & Rhonda SnowKindergarten-Grade 6 Ages 3-12
What does a classically-trained orchestral french horn player have in common with a Métis visual artist? In the case of Ken MacDonald and Rhonda Snow, both are caretakers of Ojibwe Horses, Canada’s only … read more
-
First Nations Music & Culture (Cree)
with Walter MacDonald White BearGrade 3–6
Musician and teaching artist Walter MacDonald White Bear (based in Calgary) shares music and cultural teachings from his Cree heritage, including the Medicine Wheel, the drum, and the native flute. … read more
-
From the Ground-Up
Digital Workshop with Kathryn Patricia...Grades 3-6 Ages 7-12
Come and map your community roots through music and visual art! From The Ground Up is a music inspired workshop that guides students through exploring and taking stock of their community roots. During this session … read more
-
Giggle and Stomp!
virtual concert presented in association with...Kindergarten–Grade 1 Ages 4-6
Discover sounds that will make you laugh, and rhythms that will get you dancing! Have you ever explored the fascinating world of percussion instruments? Even our bodies are musical instruments, so anyone can play! … read more
-
Hansel and Gretel at the Opera
virtual workshop series presented in...Kindergarten-Grade 6 Ages 4-12
Discover the rich world of opera through Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel! Immerse yourself in the world of the voice: make vocalisations, explore the registers and find your own. Even learn a tune and choreography … read more
-
Hip Hop Theatre: Unlocking your creative mind through beats...
virtual workshop with Omari NewtonGrade 5 to adult Ages 10+
Artist and educator Omari Newton will teach students how to find their authentic voice and tell stories through an exploration of Hip Hop theatre. Combining elements of spoken word poetry, contemporary theatre, and … read more
Upcoming Events
Free
Webinar
Workshops
Free
In-person
Family
Indigenous
__tier1.png)
Free
In-person
Family
Hip-hop
Free
In-person
Family
Indigenous
gaetannerincx-27__tier1.jpg)
Free
Workshops
Free
In-person
Family
Indigenous
Free
In-person
Family
Indigenous
In-person
Ages 2-7
Family
Pop
Support Performing Arts Learning and Engagement!
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. The Music Alive Program is made possible thanks to the leadership support of National Partner, The Azrieli Foundation, and Major Supporters, The Slaight Family Foundation and TD Bank Group. 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.