News Releases
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Some of Canada’s best Northern artists to perform at Wednesday’s Arctic Inspiration Prize event in Halifax
December 9, 2013
Halifax (Canada)—Some of Canada’s most accomplished Aboriginal artists to perform during the second annual Arctic Inspiration Prize Awards Ceremony at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 2013, at the World Trade and Convention Centre, 1800 Argyle Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Presented by Canada’s National Arts Centre in collaboration with the Arctic Inspiration Prize during... Read more
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Le grand méchant loup at the NAC Studio
December 9, 2013
Ottawa, le 9 décembre 2013 – Pour le temps des fêtes, le Théâtre français du CNA propose aux familles Le grand méchant loup de Jacqueline Gosselin. Dans ce spectacle clownesque, trois cancres font un exposé oral sur la présence du loup dans les contes. Madame La Noire, Madame La Blonde et Monsieur Le... Read more
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Still Climbing Every Mountain! THE SOUND OF MUSIC RECORD BREAKER Has Now Sold the Most Tickets in NAC English Theatre History! A SPECIAL BENEFIT MATINEE HAS BEEN ADDED!
December 4, 2013
Ottawa, ON, December 4, 2013 – With the popularity of the National Arts Centre English Theatre’s Holiday production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music exceeding all expectations, we are proud to announce that as of opening week, the musical classic has sold the most tickets in the 44-year history of NAC English Theatre, with ticket purchases of over 20,000 and... Read more
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NAC Violinist Brian Boychuk and his brother Ron Boychuk unveil the latest edition of their greatest cartoon hits
December 2, 2013
NAC Violinist Brian Boychuk and his brother Ron Boychuk unveil the latest edition of their greatest cartoon hits Ottawa (Canada)—Brian and Ron Boychuk are two brothers leading double lives. By day Brian is a violinist with Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra, and Ron is the superintendant at a top-rated Quebec Golf Course, by night they are the creators of a much beloved comic... Read more
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Flags fly at half-mast at the National Arts Centre in honour of legendary actor Jean-Louis Roux
November 29, 2013
Ottawa (Canada) – It was with great sadness the National Arts Centre (NAC) today learned of the death of actor Jean-Louis Roux, one of the greatest icons of the Canadian stage. For 70 years, Jean-Louis Roux made his mark on the Canadian cultural landscape as an actor, director, artistic director, playwright, translator, author, arts administrator and founder of cultural organizations.... Read more
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National Arts Centre announces the 2013 Share the Spirit program for deserving children and families
November 26, 2013
Ottawa (Canada) –The National Arts Centre (NAC), with the help of Presenting Partner Sun Life Financial and generous partners and donors, is bringing the magic of live performing arts this holiday season and throughout the year to hundreds of deserving children and their families in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. This is the fifth year for Share the Spirit, an initiative aimed at families who,... Read more
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Four More Shows Added! One of Ottawa’s Favourite Things for the Holidays
November 20, 2013
National Arts Centre English Theatre Production The Sound of Music Music by Richard Rodgers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse Suggested by ‘The Trapp Family Singers” by Maria Augusta Trapp Directed by Joey Tremblay Musical Direction by Allen Cole Choreography by Dayna Tekatch Featuring the 2013-14 Ensemble EXTENDED! December 3, 2013 –... Read more
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Petit Bonhomme en paper carbone at the NAC Studio
November 18, 2013
Ottawa, le 18 novembre 2013 - Le Théâtre français du CNA est heureux de présenter son premier spectacle jeunesse de la saison : Petit bonhomme en papier carbone, mis en scène et interprété par Francis Monty. Éthienne a 56 frères, une mère frivole et un père ruminant. Quelle famille! Vrai ou pas,... Read more
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NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE ONLINE SUBSCRIPTION SALE NOVEMBER 22 AND 23 ONLY!
November 18, 2013
On Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23, subscriptions purchased online to NAC Orchestra, English Theatre, French Theatre, Dance and Variety Pack are 50% off the regular Box Office ticket price! The Online Subscription Sale will be held from 10 a.m. Friday November 22 to midnight on Saturday November 23 – ONLINE ONLY! Subscriptions to the National Arts Centre 2013-2014 programming... Read more
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Ta douleur at the NAC Studio
November 13, 2013
Ottawa, November 21, 2013 – Director/choreographer Brigitte Haentjens and performers Anne Le Beau and Francis Ducharme invite the audience to explore the dramaturgy of sorrow in all its forms with Ta douleur – a physical performance with very little dialogue that appeals to fans regardless of their linguistic background. It will be... Read more