Even though this weather is unpredictable, winter has officially ended, and we can now get excited about the warmer months! Start Spring by shaking off the winter blues with some of these events, from new art exhibits, a hilarious comedian, and nostalgic movies coming to life with a live concert.
Blue Rodeo
National Arts Centre
March 31st, 2023 to April 1st, 2023
With 35 years of performing, Blue Rodeo, are coming to the NAC and performing their 16th studio album!
Along with Brittany Brooks and Jimmy Bowskill of the Sheepdogs, see the classic rock band sing some of their most memorable songs along with new music from their new album.
For more information: https://bit.ly/3KmCniK
Wolfgang Sessions
Galerie SAW Gallery
March 31st
WolfGANG Sessions at Club SAW is a night of music that is sure to entertain. Grab your adventurous friends and take them out for a wild night of Chamber Music with your favourite musicians from the NAC Orchestra.
For more information: https://bit.ly/3nx6ESV
Shapes in Between Exhibition
Ottawa Art Gallery
April 1st
Looking for something to do on the weekends? Take a day with your friends or yourself and see some breathtaking and beautiful artwork.
This retrospective exhibition highlights the work of Ottawa-based artist Norman Takeuchi. Together, an array of drawings, paintings, and prints spanning the years 1961 to 2022 demonstrate the continuity of his artistic rigour. These works also make known the artist’s personal engagement with the impact of the Japanese Canadian internment and forced dispersal during World War II, and ultimate acceptance of his cultural heritage.
For more information: https://bit.ly/40LIguX
Bill Burr
National Arts Centre
April 2nd
Laugh your heads off to the hilarious Bill Burr!
Bill Burr is one of the top comedic voices of this generation, starring in TV and film and his stand-up is one to experience live.
For more information: https://bit.ly/3zmJlhj
Powwow Life Drawing
National Arts Centre
April 3rd
Calling all artists!
Capture the beauty of powwow dances and culture on paper at the National Arts Centre. Bring your favourite materials and create drawings that capture both the movements of the dance and the beautiful clothing worn by the dancer.
This event happens once every month and is FREE for artists that identify as intermediate to advanced.
For more information: https://bit.ly/3ZnP3dm
July Talk
National Arts Centre
April 10th
July Talk takes the stage to give Ottawa a performance that is both precise and chaotic. Performing their new studio album, Remember Never Before, enjoy the unique and memorable performance that you will remember for a lifetime!
For more information: https://bit.ly/3M4JCNp
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert
National Arts Centre
April 13th to April 15th
Relieve the magic of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets!
See Harry, Hermione, Ron and Dobby the House Elf on the big-screen once again with the National Arts Centre Orchestra performing John Williams iconic score. Don’t miss this lifetime event!
For more information: https://bit.ly/3FZOsYA
Anaïs Cardot
National Arts Centre
April 14th
Support this local artist, Anaïs Cardot!
Finishing up her last semester at Ottawa University and hear her angelic voice as she performs covers and originals in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish.
For more information: https://bit.ly/3JX2ziq
Bryan Cheng
National Arts Centre
April 19th to April 20th
Ottawa’s Original Bryan Cheng, an international award-winning cellist, is performing alongside the NAC Orchestra to Saint-Saëns’s Cello Concerto No. 1.
See Cheng and his amazing talent live as you are captivated with vibrant musicality that you will ever see!
For more information: https://bit.ly/3ZrZqNo
Irish Film Festival
Ottawa Art Gallery
April 14th to April 16th
Celebrate Irish culture, language, humour and history through the film!
Enjoy this three-day event and see Irish film and filmakers promote Irish culture for the benefit of Ottawa’s Irish community!
For more information: https://bit.ly/2HGkfwN
Bloom: An Adult Pride Prom
Ottawa Art Gallery
April 14th to April 16th
It’s Prom Night!
BLOOM is an adult pride event that celebrates 2SLGBTQ+ love. Come in your formal attire and enjoy canapes, cocktails, live entertainment, decor, and a silent auction to support the Youth Pride Prom hosted later this Spring.
For more information: https://bit.ly/3LZ3NfH
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