September 29, 2014
OTTAWA (Canada) – The National Arts Centre (NAC) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) are pleased to announce that a negotiated settlement has been accepted by members of the union this afternoon. The three-year agreement includes a general wage increase and other benefits for the 76 members of PSAC who work in maintenance, security, parking and as trades people. The Board of... Read more
September 29, 2014
NAC Associate Dance Artist Louise Lecavalier, an icon of Canadian contemporary dance, kicks off the 2014-15 season of NAC Dance with her first self-choreographed work, So Blue, in the Theatre of the National Arts Centre on October 8-9 at 7:30 p.m. “Often imitated, never equalled” (Le Monde), Louise Lecavalier has enjoyed a prestigious career as a dancer, simultaneously embodying and... Read more
September 24, 2014
The National Arts Centre mourns the loss of Canadian comedy legend Gilles Latulippe, who inspired generations of Quebec’s finest comedians. He died on September 23 at the age of 77. “Gilles Latulippe was an incredible performer who gave the gift of laughter to so many,” said NAC President and CEO Peter Herrndorf. “His simplicity, his wonderful sense of timing, and his huge... Read more
September 23, 2014
September 23, 2014 – OTTAWA (Canada) – Backstage visits, karaoke, theatre and dance workshops, puppetry, classical music, and visual arts highlight the 2014 edition of Culture Days at the National Arts Centre on Sunday September 28 from noon. to 4 p.m. All events are free, bilingual, available on a drop-in basis, and open to all ages except where noted. Backstage visits... Read more
September 23, 2014
It is with great sadness that the National Arts Centre mourns the loss of actor and playwright Linda Griffiths, one of Canada’s most renowned theatre artists, who died on September 21 at the age of 60. “Linda Griffiths was a trailblazer, putting the voices and stories of Canadians – particularly of Canadian women – on the stage,” said Jillian Keiley, Artistic... Read more
September 18, 2014
September 18, 2014 – OTTAWA (Canada) – Last October’s historic 20-day tour of China by the National Arts Centre Orchestra was considered a powerful expression of the friendship and strong artistic and cultural ties between Canada and China. Coordinated by the National Arts Centre (NAC), a new manifestation of that special relationship is now underway with the arrival of... Read more
September 12, 2014
September 11, 2014 – The NAC’s Théâtre français is pleased to welcome Molly Bloom, a play lauded by Montreal critics last spring. The famous monologue that marks the conclusion of James Joyce’s masterpiece Ulysses is presented in a translation by Jean Marc Dalpé, with staging by Brigitte Haentjens. Alone onstage, Anne-Marie Cadieux is Molly Bloom. In a... Read more
September 8, 2014
There are now more chances to Climb through the looking-glass! see more alices with performances added to the holiday production of Alice through the looking-glass. Tickets on Sale tuesday at 10 am! September 8, 2014 – OTTAWA (Canada) – 4 stars out of 4 “A non-stop riot. Go see this show!” – The Toronto Star As the excitement builds on the 2014-15 NAC season, the... Read more
August 27, 2014
GENERAL AUDITIONS National Arts Centre English Theatre Artistic Director Jillian Keiley and Associate Artistic Director Sarah Garton Stanley will be conducting general auditions in Victoria on Thursday, September 18, 2014. Priority to be given to members of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. Please note: Actors may only audition for the NAC English Theatre once every three years. Please... Read more
August 27, 2014
GENERAL AUDITIONS National Arts Centre English Theatre Artistic Director Jillian Keiley and Associate Artistic Director Sarah Garton Stanley will be conducting general auditions in Edmonton on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. Priority to be given to members of Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. Please note: Actors may only audition for the NAC English Theatre once every three years. Please... Read more