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The National Arts Centre (NAC) is Canada’s bilingual, multi-disciplinary home for the performing arts. The NAC presents, creates, produces, and co-produces performing arts programming in various streams—the NAC Orchestra, Dance, English Theatre, French Theatre, Indigenous Theatre, and Popular Music and Variety—and nurtures the next generation of audiences and artists from across Canada.News
Ravi Jain Wins The 2025 Siminovitch Prize / Ravi Jain Remporte Le Prix Siminovitch 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
Acclaimed Toronto-based theatre creator Ravi Jain, known for his boundary-breaking, globally recognized body of work, has been named the 2025 Siminovitch Prize Laureate, Canada’s top theatre honour.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
Acclaimed Toronto-based theatre creator Ravi Jain, known for his boundary-breaking, globally recognized body of work, has been named the 2025 Siminovitch Prize Laureate, Canada’s top theatre honour.
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ottawa Awards; MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ottawa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Ottawa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Ottawa's National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Nov 6, 2025
What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at National Arts Centre?
by Courtney Castelino - Nov 6, 2025
What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at National Arts Centre?
Singer-Songwriter Jenn Grant to Perform at TD Music Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Massey Hall will present acclaimed singer-songwriter Jenn Grant for a one-time only multimedia performance of Queen of the Strait at TD Music Hall. Grant invites audiences into an unforgettable new world with Cradled by the Waves, a groundbreaking live tour that transforms her forthcoming album, Queen of the Strait, into a stunning multimedia performance blending music, film, theatre, and dance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Massey Hall will present acclaimed singer-songwriter Jenn Grant for a one-time only multimedia performance of Queen of the Strait at TD Music Hall. Grant invites audiences into an unforgettable new world with Cradled by the Waves, a groundbreaking live tour that transforms her forthcoming album, Queen of the Strait, into a stunning multimedia performance blending music, film, theatre, and dance.
Matthew Whitaker to be Honored With Wharton Arts' Trailblazer Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Jazz pianist, composer, and music advocate Matthew Whitaker will be honored with Wharton Arts' Trailblazer Award at the upcoming “Arise to the Occasion Gala”.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Jazz pianist, composer, and music advocate Matthew Whitaker will be honored with Wharton Arts' Trailblazer Award at the upcoming “Arise to the Occasion Gala”.
Review: The Royal Winnipeg Ballet's HANSEL & GRETEL at the National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Oct 24, 2025
NAC Dance’s presentation of The Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Hansel & Gretel is completely unhinged, in the best possible way. It is definitely not a traditional retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairytale. In an unlikely blend of film noir, vaudeville, Broadway, and the Golden Age of Hollywood films, Hansel & Gretel includes classical ballet, contemporary dance, and even jazz hands. Should it work? Not a chance. Does it work? A thousand times, yes!
by Courtney Castelino - Oct 24, 2025
NAC Dance’s presentation of The Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Hansel & Gretel is completely unhinged, in the best possible way. It is definitely not a traditional retelling of the Brothers Grimm fairytale. In an unlikely blend of film noir, vaudeville, Broadway, and the Golden Age of Hollywood films, Hansel & Gretel includes classical ballet, contemporary dance, and even jazz hands. Should it work? Not a chance. Does it work? A thousand times, yes!
Review: IHSANE at National Arts Centre
by Courtney Castelino - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of IHSANE at National Arts Centre? NAC Dance’s new 2025-2026 season is now in full swing, presenting events showcasing artists from across the globe. Ihsane, a co-production between the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève and Eastman, is an utterly captivating show.
by Courtney Castelino - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of IHSANE at National Arts Centre? NAC Dance’s new 2025-2026 season is now in full swing, presenting events showcasing artists from across the globe. Ihsane, a co-production between the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève and Eastman, is an utterly captivating show.
Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Second North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
The second North American tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Find out what the critics are saying!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
The second North American tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway. The musical based on the beloved film opened at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston. Find out what the critics are saying!
Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra Opens Applications For Resident Conductor & Mentorship Programs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra has opened a call for applications for its Resident Conductor and Mentorship programs. Learn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025
Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra has opened a call for applications for its Resident Conductor and Mentorship programs. Learn
FIREBIRD And More Set for Dance Theatre of Harlem 2026 New York Season at City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025
Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2025
Dance Theatre of Harlem will return to New York City Center April 16–19, 2026, featuring the revival of Firebird alongside works by Robert Garland, William Forsythe, and Jodie Gates.
NYO Canada Names Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser As Music Director To Bridge Youth Training
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025
The National Youth Orchestra of Canada has appointed Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser as Music Director for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2025
The National Youth Orchestra of Canada has appointed Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser as Music Director for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Learn more here!
EUREKA DAY to be Presented At Shaker Bridge Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025
Shaker Bridge Theatre will present Eureka Day, the 2025 TONY-winning play by Jonathon Spector and the first production in their 18th season. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025
Shaker Bridge Theatre will present Eureka Day, the 2025 TONY-winning play by Jonathon Spector and the first production in their 18th season. Learn how to purchase tickets!
National Symphony Orchestra Ireland Appoints Alexander Shelley As Principal Conductor
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025
The National Concert Hall has appointed Alexander Shelley as National Symphony Orchestra Ireland's new Principal Conductor. This will be for an initial term of three seasons, commencing in September 2026. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2025
The National Concert Hall has appointed Alexander Shelley as National Symphony Orchestra Ireland's new Principal Conductor. This will be for an initial term of three seasons, commencing in September 2026. Learn more!
Ailyn Pérez Will Sing the Title Role in TOSCA at the Royal Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025
The Royal Opera House has announced a cast change for the September 24, 2025, performance of Puccini’s Tosca. Ailyn Pérez will perform the title role in place of Aleksandra Kurzak, who has withdrawn due to illness.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2025
The Royal Opera House has announced a cast change for the September 24, 2025, performance of Puccini’s Tosca. Ailyn Pérez will perform the title role in place of Aleksandra Kurzak, who has withdrawn due to illness.
Tafelmusik Brings Vivaldi To Toronto With VIVALDI'S WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
This October, Tafelmusik launches its home season at Jeanne Lamon Hall with a program that bridges 18th-century drama and modern pop culture. Vivaldi's World running October 23–26 showcases Vivaldi as one of music's greatest sonic
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2025
This October, Tafelmusik launches its home season at Jeanne Lamon Hall with a program that bridges 18th-century drama and modern pop culture. Vivaldi's World running October 23–26 showcases Vivaldi as one of music's greatest sonic
Royal Alexandra & Princess of Wales Theatre Marquee Lights to Dim in Honor of Graham Greene
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2025
the Royal Alex and Princess of Wales Theatres will dim their marquee lights in honor of actor Graham Greene, who passed away this week. Learn more here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 3, 2025
the Royal Alex and Princess of Wales Theatres will dim their marquee lights in honor of actor Graham Greene, who passed away this week. Learn more here.
Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra Appoints John Storgårds as Next Music Director
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Canada's National Arts Centre (NAC) announced today that the internationally acclaimed Finnish conductor John Storgårds will become the NAC Orchestra's eighth music director, beginning in the 2026-2027 season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025
Canada's National Arts Centre (NAC) announced today that the internationally acclaimed Finnish conductor John Storgårds will become the NAC Orchestra's eighth music director, beginning in the 2026-2027 season.
American Composers Orchestra Unveils Highlights of 2025-2026 Season
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) has unveiled its 2025-2026 highlights, marking its 49th year. The season includes new works from Tamar Muskal, Elijah Daniel Smith, Mazz Swift, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025
The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) has unveiled its 2025-2026 highlights, marking its 49th year. The season includes new works from Tamar Muskal, Elijah Daniel Smith, Mazz Swift, and more.
Nederlands Dans Theater & Complicité Bring FIGURES IN EXTINCTION to Sadler’s Wells Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025
This autumn, world- renowned dance and theatre titans Crystal Pite and Simon McBurney join forces with the dancers of Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT) in a culmination of their years-long collaboration Figures in Extinction
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025
This autumn, world- renowned dance and theatre titans Crystal Pite and Simon McBurney join forces with the dancers of Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT) in a culmination of their years-long collaboration Figures in Extinction
Touchstone Theatre to Open 50th Anniversary Season with National Revival of Frances Končan’s WOMEN OF THE FUR TRADE
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2025
Touchstone Theatre will open its 50th Anniversary season with Frances Končan’s Women of the Fur Trade, running September 24–October 4, 2025, at UBC’s Frederic Wood Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2025
Touchstone Theatre will open its 50th Anniversary season with Frances Končan’s Women of the Fur Trade, running September 24–October 4, 2025, at UBC’s Frederic Wood Theatre.
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