NAC Orchestra

Things have been hot here in Ottawa as of late, but the cool down is coming, just in time for the weekend. There is so much going on around town, so get out and enjoy yourself!

It’s another HOT summer in Ottawa, but there’s plenty to do. From regular events like Atlético Ottawa games and bingo to special events like the NAC Orchestra performing Murdoch Mysteries with the man himself, Yannick Bisson, there’s lots to do.

Canada’s favourite pastime — no, not hockey — is coming to the NAC stage. Murdoch Mysteries in Concert will be in Ottawa from July 10-11, in a live event that takes you behind the curtain on the power of music in the Murdoch series. Hosted by Yannick Bisson, audiences will explore how some of the most iconic themes and motifs are created with composer Rob Carli.

It’s the final weekend of March, so is it going out like a lion or a lamb? Whether or not the weather holds, there is so much happening around town that this Roundup is jam-packed with great stuff to check out.

It’s the first weekend of November, if you can believe it, and the official end of Spooky Season. The weather has been playing tricks on us, but there is still plenty of colour left in the trees, and lots to keep you busy this weekend. Don’t forget that the clocks go back at 1am on Sunday!

We’ve made it to the end of the work week! While last weekend was a little cool and dreary, this weekend brings with it the return of summer’s heat. Take advantage of the sunny skies and enjoy the plethora of outdoor events taking place this weekend (and some great indoor events too)!

It looks like we have a warm, but wet, weekend in store for us here in Ottawa. While the weather may have you feeling a little grey, there are plenty of fun events going on around town that are sure to add a little brightness to an otherwise cloudy time.

Ever vogued at an orchestral concert?

Leah Roseman’s podcast Conversations with Musicians is a wonderful journey through the world of music, where listeners can discover fascinating characters, interesting history, and thought-provoking anecdotes.

On July 1, join the NAC Orchestra and special guests for a FREE concert at 2:30pm! We spoke with bilingual slam poet and songwriter Yao, who will host the festivities for the second year in a row, about the day’s events and what we can expect.

Happy weekend, friends! It’s another action-packed weekend in our lovely city. It’s technically the last weekend of spring, and there are so many great things to get up to this weekend, so let’s get to it!

Happy May long weekend! With the city full of colourful blooms, it certainly feels like we’ve finally made it into real spring, and we get to enjoy a three-day weekend as a reward!

Alright 613ers, we’ve all gotten a taste of summer, but let’s not rush spring yet! There are so many great events taking place all weekend and throughout the city. Let us know what you get up to!

Well, it has only been one week since the Spring Ice Storm of 2023, but we are already catching up to our seasonal expected temperatures, and getting ready to spot the first blooms of the year. The wildly warm days we’ve been having can also only mean one thing—patio season! Get yourselves outside this weekend, soaking up some sunshine and culture around our fine city.

Commissioned specifically for Joshua Hopkins and the NAC Orchestra, Songs for Murdered Sisters gets its world premiere on February 9-10 at the National Arts Centre.