It has been a cold winter so far, but the National Arts Centre has the best way to keep warm and entertained at the same time – we’re once again predicting an early spring with this sizzling deal on fantastic performances at the National Arts Centre!

From January 31 – February 21, patrons can buy two tickets to selected NAC performances in Dance, Theatre and Music for just $39 during the NAC Winter Sale. An amazing offer to see the best shows in town! Just purchase your tickets at the NAC Box Office or through Ticketmaster and quote promotion code: BRRR

Look what exciting performances you can choose from:

Creation
by Peter Anderson
Directed by Peter Hinton
Featuring the NAC English Theatre Company
The madcap imagination of Peter Anderson brings alive the Old Testament as never seen before – if you liked last season’s nativity, you’ll love Creation!
January 30 – February 20

Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto
Mark Motors Audi Signature Series
Internationally acclaimed violinist Viviane Hagner will dazzle audiences with her performance of Mendelssohn’s perfectly crafted concerto, while conductor Pinchas Zukerman explores the moods and lyricism of Sibelius's second symphony. 
February 1 – 2

Jean-Philippe Collard in Recital
Great Performers Series
Internationally renowned French pianist Jean-Philippe Collard replaces Louis Lortie, who had to cancel because of injury. Mr. Collard performs six Préludes by Debussy, replete with rich, unusual and daring harmonies; Chopin’s Scherzo No. 3 in C Sharp Minor, Op. 39, Nocturne in C minor, Op. 48, No. 1, and Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52; and Liszt’s Piano Sonata in B minor, arguably his finest composition and one of the greatest piano sonatas ever written.
February 7

Parker Performs Grieg
Ovation Series
Jon Kimura Parker dazzles with Grieg’s powerful and heartbreakingly beautiful Piano Concerto. The program also includes Stravinsky’s Concerto for Chamber Orchestra “Dumbarton Oaks” and Dvo?ák’s Symphony No. 6. Jakub Hr?ša conducts.
February 15 – 16

Zukerman, Znaider and Mozart
Bostonian Bravo Series
Nikolaj Znaider performs Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, one of the most beloved and technically difficult violin concertos, and joins Maestro Zukerman (viola) for Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante. The program includes Jacques Hétu’s Symphony No. 3.
February 23 – 24

L’Opéra de quat’sous
By Bertolt Brecht / Music by Kurt Weill
Directed by Brigitte Haentjens
Peachum and Macheath compete for power and dominance in a world of beggars, thieves and prostitutes. When Peachum’s daughter runs off and marries Macheath, a ruthless fight to the finish ensues.
February 28 – March 3  

José Navas | Compagnie Flak
Personae
A new compilation of solos from the popular Montreal contemporary dancer-choreographer.
March 8 – 10

Gaëtan
Written, directed and performed by Marcel Pomerlo
Without knowing it, Gaëtan possesses enormous powers which allow him to perceive and contemplate authentic Beauty, wherever it is. He also has a gift for engaging in intimate conversation with forgotten masterpieces and to discover the poetry of life.
March 14 – 17

Alice Sara Ott in Recital
Great Performers Series
Rising star Alice Sara Ott replaces Yundi in her Canadian debut. She will perform Mozart’s Variations on the Minuet of J.P. Duport in D major; Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 3 in C major, Op. 2, No. 3; Chopin’s Waltz in A-flat Major, Op. 34, No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 and Waltz in C-sharp minor, Op. 64, No. 1 and No. 2; and Transcendental Etudes No. 11 and No. 12 and Rigoletto-Paraphrase by Liszt.
March 20

Photo-Romance
Created, written and directed by Lina Saneh and Rabih Mroué
Beirut, 2006, not very long after the Israeli attack. A Lebanese director presents to a political censor movie images that she shot, freely inspired by Ettore Scola’s A Special Day. A comic and critical reflection of contemporary Lebanon.
April 4 – 7

Dan Hill
Partner: BMO Financial Group
Songwriting legend and internationally renowned singer Dan Hill performs an intimate solo performance in the NAC Fourth Stage.
May 3

Dana Gingras | Animals of Distinction
Heart as Arena
(Canada) Dance, sound and the secret language of the heart collide in Heart as Arena, the second work from Animals of Distinction, a new project from Dana Gingras, co-founder of the critically acclaimed Holy Body Tattoo.
May 10-12

Don’t miss out on this offer. Tickets are limited, so buy yours today!

For more information about the NAC Winter Sale, go to www.nac-cna.ca/wintersale. For
tickets, remember to quote promotion code: BRRR. Sale begins January 31.

*Tickets are limited to certain dates and sections of the hall and are subject to availability. Some service charges may apply.

Please note the following seating restrictions associated with this sale:

Creation : Winter Sale tickets limited to Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the run:  January 31, February 1, 7, 8, 14, 15

Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto : Winter Sale tickets limited to E seating. (Rear Orchestra T - V, Front Amphitheatre D – F)

Jean-Philippe Collard in Recital : Winter Sale tickets limited to E seating. (Rear Orchestra T - V, Front Amphitheatre D – F)

Parker Performs Grieg : Winter Sale tickets limited to E seating. (Rear Orchestra T - V, Front Amphitheatre D – F)

Zukerman, Znaider and Mozart : Winter Sale tickets limited to E seating. (Rear Orchestra T - V, Front Amphitheatre D – F)

L’Opéra de quat’sous : Winter Sale tickets limited to B and C seating. (Balcony center and sides)

Alice Sara Ott in Recital : Winter Sale tickets limited to E seating. (Rear Orchestra T - V, Front Amphitheatre D – F)

Tickets are available for purchase:

• Online on the NAC’s website: www.nac-cna.ca
• In person at the NAC Box Office
• At all Ticketmaster outlets
• By telephone 1-888-991-2787
  A service charge applies on all purchases made through Ticketmaster.

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For information, please contact:
Sean Fitzpatrick, Communications Officer, National Arts Centre English Theatre
613-947-7000 ext. 389; e-mail: sean.fitzpatrick@nac-cna.ca
or visit the NAC website at www.nac-cna.ca