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Act Now: Climate Action through the Arts
Digital Workshop with Ryan Elliot DrewGrades 7-12 Ages 12-18
Offered in English only How can the arts respond to the climate emergency? This interactive workshop positions artists as agents of much needed environmental change. To begin the workshop, students will explore the … read more
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AMAZI'YA – Bringing characters to life!
Virtual workshop with...Grades 4-8 Ages 8+
Offered in English only This 60-minute workshop is completely dedicated to bringing out the laughter, the silly, the fun and the Amazing creation in developing characters for the stage, narrative or even film. We … read more
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Camping au musée
Writing workshop led by Anne-Marie GuilmaineGrades 4 to 8 Ages 9-14
Offered in French Only Imagine that you sneak into the museum at night, all alone, to look at works of art, each more mysterious, funny and intriguing than the last ... You discover … read more
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Career Exploration in Arts Administration
virtual workshopHigh school-Cégep/University
Are your high school students considering a career in Arts Administration? Participants will meet a group of arts administrators from the National Arts Centre’s Music, Theatre and/or Dance departments in a casual … read more
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Creating a Story Through Sound
with Emily SeguinPreschool to Grade 8 Ages 4-14
In this workshop, students are invited to create a story by exploring sound using everyday instruments and objects. Through teamwork, active listening and sound exploration, the artist will guide the students … read more
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Creating a Theatrical Time Capsule
virtual workshop with Kristina WattGrade 4–10
Offered in English only In this interactive workshop, students will apply a blend of imagination and current life experience to write and perform one collective story: the story of youth, living now. Curriculum … read more
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Creative Camp for Kids
Ages 5-11
Our week-long camps are the best way to spend the summer. There is plenty to see, hear, and do, with inspiration around every corner. Your child will sing, dance, act and laugh their way through fun-filled activities led … read more
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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
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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
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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
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In Orbit in the Philosphere
initiation to philosophical discussion with...Grade 4–6
Take the leap into philosophical discussion. With Stéphanie Boyer as your guide to answering life's big questions, join the Philosphere, a free space where ideas can be launched into orbit! During this … read more
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Introduction to Acting and Performance
virtual workshop with Kate SmithGrades 7–12 Ages 12+
Offered in English only This workshop introduces participants to the most important tools an actor has at their disposal: their voice, their body – and their creativity. Learn the basics of how to make simple … read more
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L’école à l’œuvre: SAYANORA, interstellar mission
Virtual artist residency with Marie-Eve...Grade 3–6
Receive (virtually) an artist in residence in your classroom! This year, you and your students could experience a virtual intergalactic adventure aboard the Sayanora, under the watchful eye of artist … read more
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L’École à l’œuvre : La boîte-paysage
Artist residency with Marie-Eve Fontaine4e à la 8e année Ages 10-14
*Available Winter 2022* Receive an artist in residence in your classroom! The imagination knows no bounds. With it, we explore, we invent, we fly away, we solve, we dream. Imagination allows us … read more
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Petite Sorcière
Podcast & philosophy workshopGrade 1 to 6 Ages 6-12
PHILOSOPHY WORKSHOP After listening to the podcast, students participate in a virtual workshop on the main philosophical concepts in the story of Petite Sorcière. Actor … read more
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Presentation Workshop: Auditioning, Public Speaking and...
virtual workshop with Kate SmithGrade 9-12 Ages 13+
Offered in English only Do you have an audition coming up? A public speaking engagement? A job interview? Want to learn the skills needed to hold their attention? Stand out by learning the tricks of the trade from a … read more
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Scene Workshop
virtual workshop with Kate SmithGrade 9-12 Ages 13+
Offered in English only In this workshop, participants will be cast in scenes from plays and learn the steps necessary to break them down. Participants will gain an understanding of Beats, Relationships, Objectives, … read more
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.