On its 50th Anniversary , Thousands of Canadians made the NAC their stagel
June 3, 2019 – OTTAWA (Canada) – On Sunday, June 2, 2019 the National Arts Centre celebrated its 50th Anniversary by welcoming thousands of Canadians to its free 50th Anniversary open house. This momentous occasion provided a rare look at the magic of the backstage, lively workshops in theatre and dance, free performances by Canadian artists, and family activities throughout the NAC’s public spaces. This unique event was in partnership with Doors Open Ottawa.
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., people of all ages toured the stage and backstage of Southam Hall. They stood at the conductor’s podium, played the Flentrop organ, operated stage lights, and activated the smoke machine and more. The public visited the scenic shop where sets are made, and walked the same halls as legendary artists from across Canada and around the world over the past five decades. …