News Releases
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The National Arts Centre English Theatre presents Monster MakersStarring the Sad Scientist, the Ambitious Photographer, the Friendly Monster and your KidsA Mammalian Diving Reflex ProductionSocial Coordination by Darren O’Donnell March 24 – April 1, 2012NAC Fourth Stage
March 22, 2012
Ottawa, ON, March 21, 2012 – Explore the perils of success and the freedom of failure in Monster Makers, a charmingly inventive new participatory work for children and adults. The Sad Scientist just can’t get his monster to be monstrous. He needs help from the real experts: the kids. Your kids get to be part of this fun, interactive adventure! Alongside John the Sad Scientist,... Read more
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L’OCÉANTUME (ages 11+)March 27 to 31, 2012
March 21, 2012
Once upon a time there were three brave children: First, the wounded one, neglected by her parents; Second, the trusting one, serene but far too obedient; And third, the handicapped one, the object of cruel taunts. One day they decided to make a break for the great ocean, to breathe deeply, to wash away hurt, fear and disability, to follow their childhood dreams of freedom. Iode Ssouvie and her... Read more
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Artistic Director Peter Hinton unveils the National Arts Centre English Theatre 2012-13 Season
March 20, 2012
On Tuesday, March 20, 2012, in the Studio of Canada’s National Arts Centre, Peter Hinton announced the lineup for the 2012-13 season, his last as Artistic Director of English Theatre. The 2012-13 season will be a history-making one for the NAC English Theatre, as it will for the first time, be one composed entirely of plays by women. “I am very proud to have been part of the national... Read more
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Des McAnuff receives 2012 National Arts Centre Award
March 6, 2012
Calgary (Canada) — Canada’s National Arts Centre (NAC) is delighted to announce it is awarding the prestigious 2012 National Arts Centre Award to Des McAnuff. A two-time Tony and Olivier Award winner, Mr. McAnuff is one of Canada’s most successful theatre directors and the Artistic Director of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, which this year celebrates its 60th... Read more
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Laureates of the 2012 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Announced
March 6, 2012
CALGARY, March 6, 2012 – Janina Fialkowska, Paul?André Fortier, Denis Marleau, Deepa Mehta, Rush and Mary Walsh have been named the 2012 laureates of the prestigious Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards (GGPAA) for Lifetime Artistic Achievement.These individuals are being honoured for their outstanding body of work and enduring contribution to... Read more
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Des McAnuff receives 2012 National Arts Centre Award
March 6, 2012
Calgary (Canada) — Canada’s National Arts Centre (NAC) is delighted to announce it is awarding the prestigious 2012 National Arts Centre Award to Des McAnuff. A two-time Tony and Olivier Award winner, Mr. McAnuff is one of Canada’s most successful theatre directors and the Artistic Director of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, which this year celebrates its 60th... Read more
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Laureates of the 2012 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Announced
March 6, 2012
CALGARY, March 6, 2012 – Janina Fialkowska, Paul?André Fortier, Denis Marleau, Deepa Mehta, Rush and Mary Walsh have been named the 2012 laureates of the prestigious Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards (GGPAA) for Lifetime Artistic Achievement.These individuals are being honoured for their outstanding body of work and enduring contribution to... Read more
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Des McAnuff receives 2012 National Arts Centre Award
March 6, 2012
Calgary (Canada) — Canada’s National Arts Centre (NAC) is delighted to announce it is awarding the prestigious 2012 National Arts Centre Award to Des McAnuff. A two-time Tony and Olivier Award winner, Mr. McAnuff is one of Canada’s most successful theatre directors and the Artistic Director of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, which this year celebrates its 60th... Read more
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Laureates of the 2012 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Announced
March 6, 2012
CALGARY, March 6, 2012 – Janina Fialkowska, Paul?André Fortier, Denis Marleau, Deepa Mehta, Rush and Mary Walsh have been named the 2012 laureates of the prestigious Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards (GGPAA) for Lifetime Artistic Achievement.These individuals are being honoured for their outstanding body of work and enduring contribution to... Read more
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World renowned violinist and conductor Pinchas Zukerman announces he will step down as Music Director of the National Arts Centre Orchestra in 2015
March 5, 2012
Ottawa (Canada), March 5, 2012— Maestro Pinchas Zukerman, the National Arts Centre Orchestra’s longest standing Music Director announced today that he plans to step down at the end of his 16 year tenure on August 31, 2015. Since 1999, the internationally acclaimed conductor, violinist, violist and music educator has made the National Arts Centre (NAC) his musical home.In a statement... Read more