The award-winning playwright, actor and inaugural artistic director of Indigenous Theatre at the National Arts Centre sat down with senior writer Paul Wells
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Joshua Bell on the steadying power of music in an age of distraction
The acclaimed violinist is coming to Ottawa for a concert based on the time he busked for rush-hour subway crowds, and had adults ignore him—and kids notice
How Indigenous stories are taking centre stage in Ottawa
Canadians visiting the nation’s capital are suddenly seeing a lot more First Nations, Inuit and Métis content at the big cultural showcases
Watch: A live panel on the NAC’s Life Reflected
Watch a panel discussion on Life Reflected, a diverse portrait of four remarkable Canadian Women who found their voice
How Ottawa got its groove on. No, seriously.
Paul Wells on a stunning regeneration afoot in the nation’s capital
Watch: Truth, reconciliation, and art’s ability to heal
Missed the talk? Watch the National Arts Centre’s panel on art and reconciliation right here
What it feels like to play Glenn Gould’s piano
Ever wondered what it’s like to play Glenn Gould’s prized piano? Known as CD 318, the Steinway is permanently on display at Ottawa’s National Arts Centre as part of an exhibit paying tribute to the legendary Canadian pianist. Watch Calgary’s musical prodigy Jan Lisiecki honour the late pianist.
Branford Marsalis times two
Paul Wells interviews the jazz and classical saxophonist about his two musical worlds
The Power Issue: Top Canadian parties and charity events
The fundraisers that matter most to power brokers, and those who long to be near them
Googoosh, an exiled Iranian superstar
The singer was banned from performing 30 years ago, but that doesn’t stop her from drawing a crowd in Ottawa