The National Arts Centre announced that Canadian comedy legend Eugene Levy has chosen to mentor writer and filmmaker Daniel Perlmutter through the 2012 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Mentorship Program, which is made possible with support from The Keg Spirit Foundation. Perlmutter said working in the arts in Canada can be a struggle but to … Read more
The National Arts Centre announced that Canadian film, television and stage actor Colm Feore will host the Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Gala on May 5, 2012, —the 20th anniversary of the awards that recognize the outstanding body of work and enduring contribution to the performing arts in Canada by eight extraordinary Canadians. Call 613-947-7000 … Read more
The 2010-2011 Annual Report of the National Arts Centre tabled in Parliament shows that the centre achieved an $801,000 operating surplus in 2010-2011, attracted more than 500 thousand paid customers (up 12 per cent), and had more than 1.65 million online visitors during 2010-2011. The full release is available online. Call 613-947-7000 x 260.
The National Arts Centre announced that it honoured its leader Peter Herrndorf by creating a $1.2 million CEO's National fund in support of performing arts programs across Canada. The Arts Centre said the fund was made possible through donations from Grant Burton, Kiki Delaney, Julia E. Foster, Gail O’Brien and contributions from more than 85 … Read more
The National Arts Centre said in its Annual Report tabled in Parliament that a total of 1,084,233 patrons took part in performances, events and activities during the NAC's 40th anniversary season. The NAC also said it held box office revenues of more than $17 million and a surplus of $30,000 in 2009-2010. Call 613-947-7000 ext. … Read more
The Board of Trustees of the National Arts Centre announced that Peter Herrndorf, President and CEO of the NAC, has agreed to extend his contract for two more years. Since his arrival 11 years ago, Herrndorf has galvanized the NAC into becoming a vibrant hub for performance, creation and learning that is active in communities … Read more
