October 6, 2011
Once upon a time there was… An abandoned circus in the Far Northwith three penguin musicians (Paxo, Paccor and Piole)and the old caretaker Pravitch, who fancied himself a lion tamer. Pack ice.Global warming.The folly of mankind. Banquise is a wordless fable, an allegory where music is given pride of place. Appealing to the imagination, the play is a touching tale that speaks directly to... Read more
October 6, 2011
In the first CTV Pops concert of the NAC Orchestra’s 2011-12 season, Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly leads the National Arts Centre Orchestra in the spectacular Rodgers and Hammerstein at the Movies. Featuring film clips and excerpts from the scores of half a dozen classic musical films, this vibrant treat for the eyes and ears takes place in Southam Hall on Thursday October 20, Friday... Read more
October 4, 2011
China’s Guangzhou Ballet presents the provocative four-act ballet Return on a Snowy Night in the NAC’s Southam Hall on October 15, 2011. The performance is sold out, but those still interested should check for last minute returns. The award-winning company brings this innovative and exploratory cultural masterpiece to Western audiences, integrating traditional Chinese dance, opera,... Read more
October 3, 2011
Gaston Talbot, a Francophone from Chicoutimi, wakes up one day to find he has turned into an Anglophone. “I travel a lot,” announces the dragonfly just before he takes flight. A childhood trauma left him unable to speak – until a bizarre dream released him from his long silence, and he is now on stage, introducing himself, describing his dream and sharing his life story. His... Read more
September 29, 2011
The first ‘Music for a Sunday Afternoon’ concert of the National Arts Centre’s 2011-2012 season features pianist Stéphane Lemelin and trumpeter James Thompson. The concert takes place at 2 p.m. on Sunday October 16 in the Auditorium of the National Gallery of Canada. The concert includes the following repertoire:... Read more
September 28, 2011
The first Mark Motors Audi Signature concerts of the season – entitled Beethoven’s Fifth – will be performed on Wednesday October 12 and Thursday October 13 at 8 p.m. in Southam Hall. The National Arts Centre Orchestra – featuring guest artist Leila Josefowicz as violin soloist -- will be under the baton of conductor Hannu Lintu in his NAC Orchestra debut. The... Read more
September 27, 2011
OTTAWA – Backstage tours, karaoke, dance workshops, classical and world-rock music, and an art exhibition about one of Canada’s most important playwrights highlight the 2011 edition of Culture Days at the National Arts Centre this weekend from September 30 to October 2. Culture Days is a free annual event designed to invite the public to celebrate and explore arts... Read more
September 27, 2011
OTTAWA – Backstage tours, karaoke, dance workshops, classical and world-rock music, and an art exhibition about one of Canada’s most important playwrights highlight the 2011 edition of Culture Days at the National Arts Centre this weekend from September 30 to October 2. Culture Days is a free annual event designed to invite the public to celebrate and explore arts... Read more
September 27, 2011
OTTAWA – Backstage tours, karaoke, dance workshops, classical and world-rock music, and an art exhibition about one of Canada’s most important playwrights highlight the 2011 edition of Culture Days at the National Arts Centre this weekend from September 30 to October 2. Culture Days is a free annual event designed to invite the public to celebrate and explore arts... Read more
September 27, 2011
OTTAWA – Backstage tours, karaoke, dance workshops, classical and world-rock music, and an art exhibition about one of Canada’s most important playwrights highlight the 2011 edition of Culture Days at the National Arts Centre this weekend from September 30 to October 2. Culture Days is a free annual event designed to invite the public to celebrate and explore arts... Read more