News Releases

  1. WITNESS THE WONDERS OF THEATRE AT CANADA’S NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE Artistic Director Jillian Keiley lifts curtain on 2014-15 English Theatre Season

    March 11, 2014

    WITNESS THE WONDERS OF THEATRE AT CANADA’S NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE Artistic Director Jillian Keiley lifts curtain on 2014-15 English Theatre Season March 11, 2014 – OTTAWA (Canada) – Riding high on the exceptional success of her inaugural season, National Arts Centre English Theatre Artistic Director Jillian Keiley brought her magic touch to the NAC Fourth Stage today in a fun and... Read more

  2. "UN" at the NAC Studio

    February 25, 2014

    Ottawa, 25 February 2013 – The Théâtre français is pleased to present Un by Mani Soleymanlou at the NAC Studio from March 5 to 8, 2014 at 8 p.m. From Teheran’s starry nights to the Perseids over Caraquet by way of Paris, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, Mani Soleymanlou’s story is a tale of exile and shattered identity. Though described as an Iranian, he speaks... Read more

  3. THE NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE LAUNCHES ITS “ROAD TO 2019” “Canada is our stage” tagline and new NAC logo also unveiled

    February 25, 2014

    February 25, 2014 – OTTAWA (Canada) – The National Arts Centre (NAC) today outlined its “Road to 2019,” a series of significant events and milestones leading up to its 50th anniversary. On the eve of its 45th anniversary on June 2, 2014 – and as the countdown begins to its 50th in 2019 – the NAC has unveiled a new tagline, “Canada is our stage,”... Read more

  4. The National Arts Centre raises its new flag Tuesday to mark launch of its new visual identity

    February 24, 2014

    Ottawa (Canada)—Media are invited to attend the flag raising of the National Arts Centre’s new flag on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at 1 p.m. outside its entrance at the corner of Elgin and Queen Streets, near Freiman Lane. As the NAC approaches its 45th Birthday in June, Canadians will begin to see a new visual identity and tagline that symbolize the National Arts Centre’s role... Read more

  5. Canadians are invited to watch the Gold Medal Olympic Men’s Hockey Game at the National Arts Centre on Sunday

    February 22, 2014

    Ottawa (Canada)—The National Arts Centre will open its doors at 6:45 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2014 to welcome the public to what we think is the biggest living room in the nation’s capital. The NAC’s lobby is decked out in comfortable furniture, and a massive screen where Canadians can come and cheer for the Men’s Hockey team as they reach for the gold medal on Sunday... Read more

  6. Spend Family Day with NAC English Theatre - Monday, February 17 12 - 4 pm

    February 6, 2014

    Spend Family Day with NAC English Theatre Monday, February 17, 2014 Presented by Boston Pizza On Monday, February 17, the public is invited to celebrate the 4th annual English Theatre Family Day at the NAC. Presented by Boston Pizza, this special event features a cornucopia of hands-on activities for children and the people who love them! Join us for a memorable day of stories, songs,... Read more

  7. NAC English Theatre Production ENRON by Lucy Prebble Directed by Ron Jenkins featuring the 2013-14 Ensemble February 17 – March 1 NAC Studio ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE NOW ON SALE!

    February 4, 2014

    “The only difference between me and the people judging me is they weren't smart enough to do what we did.” – Jeff Skilling Ottawa, Ontario, February 4, 2014 – In December 2000, Enron was the seventh largest corporation in the United States and was voted “America’s Most Innovative Company” by Forbes Magazine. By December 2001, the company had filed for... Read more

  8. "L'homme atlantique (et La maladie de la mort)" at the NAC Theatre

    February 2, 2014

    Ottawa, 5 February 2014 – On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Marguerite Duras, the Théâtre français presents L’homme atlantique (et La maladie de la mort), with Anne-Marie Cadieux, Marie-Thérèse Fortin and Jean Alibert. Directed by Christian Lapointe, it will be presented at the NAC Theatre from February 19 to 22, 2014, at 7:30... Read more

  9. Street closures around NAC during Winterlude 2014

    January 31, 2014

    On Friday, Jan 31, 2014, from 6:00 pm to 11:30 pm On Saturdays, Feb 1, 8 and 15, 2014, from 9:30 am to 8:30 pm On Sundays, Feb 2, 9 and 17, 2014, from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm   Laurier Avenue, between Nicholas and Elgin On and off ramps from Laurier to QED QED northbound at Somerset Elgin St. at Slater and Albert Entrances to the garage are open. Traffic exiting NAC parking garage will be... Read more

  10. The NAC Winter Sale is Back & Bigger than Ever! Two Tickets for $45!

    January 30, 2014

    Ottawa, Ontario – Just because the winter winds are pushing at the door is no reason to stay in – especially when the NAC Winter Sale is back! The sale that keeps everyone warm and entertained at the same time is now bigger than ever, with sizzling deals on 17 performances at the National Arts Centre! From February 5 – March 8, patrons can buy two tickets to selected NAC... Read more

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