News Releases

  1. 2016-17 NAC French Theatre Season Launch

    March 31, 2016

    What would life be like without theatre?   Ottawa, 31 March 2016 – 2016-2017 marks the fifth season with Brigitte Haentjens as artistic director of the NAC’s Théâtre français. In keeping with her previous seasons she pursues theatre that engages with society, that takes risks, actively promoting women creators and the art of theatre, theatre that confounds,... Read more

  2. Alexander Shelley Unveils a Spectacular 2016-17 Season for the NAC Orchestra

    March 18, 2016

    Music Director Alexander Shelley and the National Arts Centre Orchestra announced the 2016-17 Season today at the National Arts Centre, heralding remarkable guest artists including Joshua Bell, Angela Hewitt, Rick Mercer, Jan Lisiecki, Pinchas Zukerman, and Canadian Brass, amongst the dozens of talented performers who will grace the stage of the NAC. Season 2016-17 has over 50 concerts featuring... Read more

  3. Alexander Shelley and the NAC Orchestra Unveil Season 2016-17 Friday March 18 at 10 a.m.

    March 9, 2016

    Launch Event Media Availability– Friday, March 18 Ground Floor, Chambers Building, 54 Elgin Street (corner of Queen St.) Ottawa 9:45 a.m. Doors open for Media setup 10:00 a.m. Announcement 10:20 a.m. Media interviews   ANNOUNCEMENT 10 a.m.- 11 a.m. Ground Floor, Chambers Building, 54 Elgin Street (corner of Queen St.) Ottawa Christopher Deacon, Managing Director, NAC Orchestra... Read more