Canada's National English Theatre Co. Opens with A CHRISTMAS CAROL, 12/8

CBC News has reported that there's a new kid on the block in Canada - the National English Theatre Company, as an offshoot of the National Arts Centre. The new theatre company will launch it's first show, A Christmas Carol, on December 8. An offshoot of the National Arts Centre, the National English Theatre Co is the "first English theatre company formed at the cente in 25 years." 

Peter Hinton, artistic director of English Theatre, commented that something special is forming at his company: "People are coming from all over, from diverse places here to do something unique". He added to that, that "

Metis actor Jani Lauzon describes the new company as "the face of Canada."

To read the full story in CBC News, click here.

Tickets for A Christmas Carol cost $27.50. To purchase tickets for A Christmas Carol, which is running from December 8-26, visit www.nac-cna.ca.

The National Arts Centre English Theatre is Canada's national stage reflecting the best of the country's diverse theatre repertoire alongside that of leading international work.  They partner with gifted artists and companies from all parts of Canada to create and perform work for audiences in the National Capital Region and in communities throughout the country. The programming ranges from the classics to contemporary Canadian work. The NAC English Theatre places a special emphasis on the development of new plays, aboriginal work and education activities. For more information visit www.nac-cna.ca.