A gathering to envision how Canada’s performing arts sector can forge stronger ties with the public
This project is a joint initiative of CAPACOA, Orchestras Canada, PACT, and the National Arts Centre. The Nov. 13-14, 2024 gathering is hosted by the National Arts Centre, with facilitation support from WolfBrown.
Interpretation
Dates:
• Webinar – 30 October 2024 at 1:00 pm Eastern
• In-person gathering in Ottawa – 13 & 14 November 2024
Location: Rossy Pavilion, National Arts Centre | Address: 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
Map
Hotels
We have secured preferential rates ($135 and $199 per night) at 3 hotels close to the National Arts Centre. Here is how to get the discounted rates:
Address: 25 Cartier St, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1J2
This hotel is wheelchair accessible.
How to book: To book with Embassy at the $135/night rate, please email Dean Lake | Director of Sales & Marketing at [email protected]. Mention that you are with the “National Arts Centre Re-Imagining Customer Relationships” group and provide your check in/out dates in the email.
Address: 180 Cooper St, Ottawa, ON K2P 2L5
How to book: Call them directly at 1-800-236-8399 and ask for the NAC Music Department rate which is $135 per night for a one-bedroom
Address: 130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON K1N 9M9
This hotel is wheelchair accessible
How to book: To book a Classic Room at $199 per night plus tax, contact Steven at [email protected] or call him at 613-232-2000 and ask for the NAC rate.
WhatsApp Groups
Please download WhatsApp on your phone, and join the following WhatsApp groups, which we will be using to communicate during our time in Ottawa!
- Updates – RCR Ottawa (MANDATORY – only admins can post important updates in this group): Join the updates group
- Chat – RCR Ottawa (OPTIONAL – everyone can post to organize social activities or ask questions): Join the chat group
Daily Schedule
To help you plan your travel, here is some basic information:
– On November 13, the day will start at 8:15 am at the National Arts Centre and end at 5:00 pm, with an optional activity in the evening. Breakfast and lunch will be provided on this day.
– On November 14, the day will start at 8:15 am at the National Arts Centre and end at 3:00 pm. Breakfast and lunch will be provided on this day.
Here is the detailed schedule:
Optional Social Activities
– 7:30 pm: Informal participant meet-up, Lower Level, D’Arcy McGee’s, 44 Sparks Street
2 activities to choose from:
• 5:30 pm: Prix-fixe 3-course dinner at 1 Elgin Restaurant ($68 + tips + drinks) – View the menu
• 5:30 pm: Indigenous Art Walk – 90 minutes long and begins in the lobby at 150 Elgin ($20 if paid cash or e-transfer, or $20 + tax if paid by card)
Additional activity: Great Canadian Theatre Company has a show previewing during our time in Ottawa and has extended an invitation for anyone interested in joining! Here are the details:
Beowulf in Afghanistan
November 12 – 24, 2024
a World Premiere by Laurie Fyffe – Directed by Kate Smith
A Canadian soldier harnesses the medieval Anglo-Saxon text of Beowulf as a life raft through the clash of conflict, and after. A world premiere, supported by GCTC’s Tributary Project.
Tickets: https://www.gctc.ca/shows/beowulf
**use promo code RCR2024 and gets tickets for $25
November 12: Preview Performance at 8PM
November 13: Pre-Show Discussion at 6PM. (free)
Preview Performance at 8PM
November 14: Opening Night Performance at 8PM
Post-show catered reception
Tickets $41/$49/$58 for Zones A/B/C
Background & Advance Reading Material
List of Participants
Click here to view a list in alphabetical order of the participants in this gathering.
Partners and Sponsors
