News Releases

  1. The National Arts Centre English Theatre presentsnativityby Peter AndersonDirected by Leah CherniakStarring the NAC English Theatre Company December 8 - 23

    November 24, 2010

    The first Christmas was no holiday! From Peter Anderson, the star of The Overcoat, comes a new take on the very first Christmas.In the spirit of last season’s A Christmas Carol, nativity is a holiday musical comedy for ages 8 to 108 - where shepherds speak in rhyme, animals sing and dance, angels appear in the night sky, an expectant couple searches for a place to stay, and three hungry... Read more

  2. NATIONAL ARTS CENTRESubscription seat SaleNOVEMBER 20 AND 21 ONLY! SUBSCRIPTIONS TO NAC ORCHESTRA, ENGLISH AND FRENCH THEATRE, AND DANCE SERIES ARE 50% OFF THE REGULAR BOX OFFICE TICKET PRICE

    November 8, 2010

    On Saturday, November 20 and Sunday November 21, subscriptions to most NAC Orchestra, English Theatre, French Theatre, and Dance series are on sale at 50% off the regular Box Office ticket price! The Subscription Seat Sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in person at the NAC on Saturday only and online on both Saturday and Sunday. Free parking is provided for patrons buying subscriptions on... Read more

  3. The National Arts Centre English Theatre and Great Canadian Theatre Company presentVimyby Vern ThiessenDirected by Linda MooreStarring the NAC English Theatre Company Starting November 9 Now extended through to December 11!

    November 3, 2010

    All Performances at GCTCI’m going to tell you the story of Vimy. Ottawa, ON. - Aided by a nurse from Nova Scotia, four wounded Canadian soldiers recover in a field hospital. It is France. 1917. The wake of the battle for Vimy Ridge. Governor General’s Literary Award-winner Vern Thiessen honours not only those soldiers who did or did not return from that hill, but also those who helped... Read more

  4. The National Arts Centre English Theatre presentsRomeo & Julietby William ShakespeareDirected by Peter HintonOctober 19 – November 6, 2010

    October 13, 2010

    Featuring the NAC English Theatre Company and introducing the 50th Anniversary English Theatre Graduating Class of the National Theatre SchoolWhat's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. Ottawa, ON, October 13, 2010 - In a city bound by religion and caught in the struggle of civil strife, two young people are trapped by a secret love. As the fighting spills... Read more

  5. Introducing the 2010/11 NAC English Theatre CompanyRehearsals Begin Now!

    September 10, 2010

    Ottawa, Ontario – The National Arts Centre is pleased to introduce the artists who will make up the 2010/11 NAC English Theatre Company. The Company will be bigger this season, expanding from 18 to 24 actors, who will work alongside playwrights, directors, designers, composers and stage managers. As well, the English Theatre Company will be participating in double the number of plays this... Read more

  6. A New Season of Performances at the National Arts Centre is About to Begin - Tickets on Sale September 7!

    September 7, 2010

    OTTAWA, August 30 – The National Arts Centre’s 2010-11 Season is about to begin and now is the time to make sure you are a part of it when tickets go on sale, Tuesday, September 7. The greatest names in arts and entertainment – from across Canada and around the world -- will be featured in orchestral, theatrical, and dance performances for all the NAC stages. Whatever your taste,... Read more

  7. New This SeasonDesign Your Own NAC Subscription at  the National Arts Centre Starting September 7!

    September 7, 2010

    OTTAWA – On September 7, the National Arts Centre’s Box Office opens with a new and exciting subscription package - Design Your Own NAC Subscription! Every year, the NAC Orchestra, Dance, English Theatre, French Theatre, and Fourth Stage present a wide range of exciting performances. Now patrons can pick favourites and build their own subscription series! From ballet, theatre and... Read more

  8. Artistic Director Peter Hinton unveils the National Arts Centre English Theatre 2010-11 Season

    March 22, 2010

    On Monday, March 22, 2010, at the National Arts Centre, Peter Hinton, Artistic Director of Canada’s National Arts Centre English Theatre, will unveil the 2010-11 season. The NAC English Theatre looks into the future with a sense of curiosity and anticipation. Youth and Family are at the heart of our 2010-11 English Theatre Season: classical, international and Canadian plays rejoicing in the... Read more