Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student—a thriller that he recognizes as a potential Broadway smash. His plan is to offer collaboration to the student for  … Read more

Nigamon/Tunai is a powerful poetic manifesto by Émilie Monnet (Anishinaabe/French) and Waira Nina (Inga Nation, Colombian Amazon). This immersive performance places the audience on stage alongside the artists, surrounded by living trees, pools of water, and copper instruments that resonate with flowing water.The work confronts the environmental destruction of water and land in the Colombian  … Read more

From August 14 to September 20, the Downtown BIA, in collaboration with Aire Commune and AMASHOWZA, is turning this central space into a high-energy hub of art, music, and culture. Think DJs under the stars, live performances, sweat-worthy fitness classes, buzzing markets, and epic weekend vibes. Whether you’re catching a show, grabbing drinks with friends,  … Read more

The WOW Festival is a dynamic day showcasing a fully integrated healthcare system that equally prioritizes mental, physical, and substance use health. Each September, over 200 organizations and 2,000+ attendees connect with services supporting every pathway to wellness.

Experience Dief the Chief: October ’62, a captivating theatrical journey 75 feet underground at the Diefenbunker. Follow Canada’s 13th Prime Minister, John Diefenbaker, as he navigates the tense Cuban Missile Crisis, revealing the personal and political challenges faced during history’s closest brush with nuclear war. This unique blend of storytelling and history, performed by Pierre  … Read more

City Sounds Live brings free, family-friendly concerts to neighbourhoods across Ottawa, showcasing diverse local emerging artists in partnership with BIAs and community curators. These inclusive outdoor performances create vibrant gathering spaces that spark community spirit, welcome residents and visitors alike, and inspire spending in nearby businesses.