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15 X AT NIGHT: Dance in the urban landscape
July 10, 2017Choreographer Paul-André Fortier discusses why he created a dance performance for the outdoors. "Dancing outdoors is a completely different experience from performing on stage." explains Fortier. "On stage, you’re somewhat removed. You try to conceal the effort involved. But in this…
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NAC Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting on Canada Day
July 5, 2017His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales today cut a ribbon to officially open the spectacular new glass atrium at the National Arts Centre in the presence of His Excellency David Johnston, dignitaries, artists, architects, construction workers, NAC staff, patrons and members of the…
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Director Corey Payette speaks about creating Children of God
June 16, 2017Shocked by the way Canada sweeps aspects of its history under the rug, creator Corey Payette wrote Children of God as a way of starting the conversation; acknowledging the hurt done, and acknowledging the strength of the survivors and their descendants. In Payette’s own words, “Children of…
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Kevin Loring announced as the first Artistic Director for Indigenous Theatre
June 15, 2017The National Arts Centre’s President and CEO, Peter Herrndorf announced today that Kevin Loring will be the first ever Artistic Director of Indigenous Theatre at the NAC, taking up his post on October 16, 2017. The first season of the Indigenous Theatre Department will coincide with the…
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Buffy Sainte-Marie speaks about Canada 150
June 13, 2017On July 3, 2017 Buffy Sainte-Marie will perform with special guests at the NAC Canada Scene Festival. Buffy took a few moments to speak about the 150 Celebrations. "For me the 150th... the best thing that can possibly happen is a better connection. I mean there is so much to be proud of…
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NAC Orchestra musician Charles Hamann records 15 Canadian works for oboe and piano
June 7, 2017Charles Hamann has wanted to make a solo recording for a very long time. As principal oboe for the National Arts Centre Orchestra Charles (or Chip as many in the music world know him) has worked with many of the country’s most respected composers and it was composer John Burge’s Sonata…
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Message from the National Arts Centre Foundation CEO - May 2017
May 16, 2017Have you been to your National Arts Centre lately? Many of you have braved the recent construction to attend open rehearsals, masterclasses and performances. I believe I speak for everyone at the NAC when I say thank you for your patience. We made the decision to stay open during the…
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NAC Orchestra in Eskasoni: An unforgettable musical experience
May 10, 2017As the NAC Orchestra tour buses travelled along the beautiful tree lined edge of Bras d’Or Lake we knew we had arrived to a very special place. The community of Eskasoni is the ancestral home of Mi’kmaw poet Rita Joe. Her poem I Lost My Talk was the inspiration for NAC Award composer John…
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Making Giving Easy
May 8, 2017Help the performing arts in Canada thrive through a gift of retirement funds. There’s nothing quite like the anticipation that comes when you take your seat at the NAC. Whether it’s a concert, play or dance performance you know you’re about to be moved beyond words, captivated by the…
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Going “Gaga”: Dancers and non-dancers benefit from movement workshop that is accessible...
May 8, 2017“You should sign up for this workshop right away…” That was the message Liz Winkelaar received from Renata Soutter, Artistic Director at Propeller Dance Company. And as soon as Liz read more about the Batsheva Dance Company‘s movement workshop she understood why. A paraplegic since 18,…
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Gabriel Dumont’s Wild West Show – a diversity of voices that recount...
May 8, 2017The conversation over the phone had barely begun when Yvette Nolan couldn’t suppress her enthusiasm for Gabriel Dumont’s Wild West Show, an ambitious collective work about Métis history, identity and exile that will have its world premiere at the National Arts Centre’s French Theatre on…
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Donor Profile: Tara Shannon (Renaud)
May 8, 2017Tara Shannon (Renaud) says there’s nothing like the feeling she gets moments before an NAC performance starts. “The anticipation – the expectation of being brought into another world,” Tara explains. “I always get butterflies in my stomach when the lights go down.” Of course, as a…
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Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday and the public opening of the new NAC
May 8, 2017Imagine 150 people lining Elgin Street, a bright ribbon in their hands. On cue, they’ll cut the ribbon, officially opening the NAC’s brand new entrance. This ceremony will be the first of many events taking place on July 1, 2017 at the NAC. Dignitaries, well-known Canadians and special…
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Canada Scene celebrates artists from across the country
May 8, 2017It’s been done before – seven times to be exact – but Canada Scene, a culmination of the NAC’s biennial showcase of music, theatre, dance, visual and media arts, film, and culinary arts will be something special. “It’s like discovering your whole country right in your own backyard,” says…
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Building Brilliance: Your NAC renovation update
May 8, 2017It’s official. The NAC has a new address: 1 Elgin Street. That’s not the only sign we’re making progress on the NAC’s massive make-over. Construction crews have been working around-the-clock to prepare for the July 1 opening of the new building. Here’s what’s been done so far: The…
