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Programs for students
In-person and virtual workshops, videos-on-demand, free resources and other opportunities for schools.
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Student matinees
The NAC helps students and educators in the National Capital Region bring the performing arts alive through in-person student matinees for all grade levels.
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Educator professional development
Professional development, free workshops, networking, and learning resources for teachers and other arts educators.
Current Programs
In the spotlight
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Jah’Mila brings her reggae roots to the classroom
JUNO Award-nominated reggae artist Jah’Mila shares the importance of bringing the experience of live music to students.
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Great Canadian Orchestra Field Trip
Join orchestras, musicians, activists, and scientists from coast to coast on a musical journey. This free video-on-demand learning series explores the transformative power of music and art in the climate emergency.
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interview
Chansons pour le musée virtual experience
Karine Sauvé and Anne-Marie Guilmaine share a new opportunity to explore her play in a multifaceted way. Screen the show with your students and get creative with a virtual writing and art appreciation workshop!
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. 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.