Northern Scene festival: Museum of Civilization programming

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

For immediate release

Gatineau, Quebec, April 18, 2013 — The Canadian Museum of Civilization is proud to partner with Canada’s National Arts Centre to celebrate the talents and works of artists from the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut.

As a Northern Scene programming partner, the Museum will offer — from April 25 to May 4, 2013 — a series of exclusive performances, as well as activities featuring northern guests and themes.

A Taste of the Wildcat
April 25 to 28
May 2 to 4
Running time approximately 45 minutes
Canada Hall
A Stuck in a Snowbank Theatre production, written by Ben Nind.
Gather ’round Yellowknife’s Wildcat Cafe for some funny, heart-warming Northern tales told in the Museum’s replica of the iconic log cabin restaurant. Free with Museum admission. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Limited seating.

Northern Scene Family Fun Day
Sunday, April 28
1:00 p.m.
Southern Salon
Join performers from Siqiniup Qilauta for an afternoon of throat singing, drum dancing and Arctic games, and create a work of art inspired by Inuit prints. Free with Museum admission.

Artcirq– SOLD OUT
Tuesday, April 30
7:30 p.m.
Theatre
Artcirq delights and thrills audiences with mesmerizing performances that blend circus traditions and Inuit culture. Tickets: $15 Adults, $10 Children 12 and under. Tickets available online, at the Museum Box Office, or by calling 819-776-7000.

Contemporary Inuit Art – A Changing Art for a Changing Arctic
Friday, May 3
2:00 p.m., in English
First Peoples Hall
Tour the First Peoples Hall with Dr. Norman Vorano, Curator of Contemporary Inuit Art to learn how travel, the Internet and other modern pressures are influencing artists. Free with Museum admission.

Discover the artistic treasures of the North
First Peoples Hall
For over 60 years, the Canadian Museum of Civilization has been collecting and exhibiting outstanding works created by Inuit artists. We are one of the country’s foremost venues for the study of Inuit art, with a collection of more than 10,000 works produced in the second half of the 20th century. You will find many fascinating masterworks now on display in the First Peoples Hall by Inuit artists such as: Jamasie Pitseolak (Cape Dorset), Annie Pootoogook (Cape Dorset/Ottawa) and William Noah (Baker Lake). Free with Museum admission.

Journey To The Arctic 3D
An extraordinary journey to the top of the world, To The Arctic 3D is the ultimate tale of survival. Narrated by Oscar® winner Meryl Streep, the film takes audiences on a never-before-experienced journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her twin seven-month-old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home. To The Arctic 3D will be screened in the Museum’s IMAX^® Theatre from April 25 to May 4. Please consult the Films & Schedule page for specific showtimes.

Try our Northern-inspired cuisine at Bistro Boréal
Our chef at the Museum’s Bistro Boréal has created a marvellous menu inspired by Canada’s great North. Pan-seared Arctic char, elk bolognaise and charred venison tartar are among the delectable dishes on the menu during the Northern Scene festival. For reservations and information: 819-776-7009.

Northern Scene is the largest gathering ever held outside the region of the finest established and emerging artists from Yukon, Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut. Join us to discover the unique work of these almost 300 artists.

More information is available at www.historymuseum.ca or by calling 819-776-7000 or 1-800-555-5621.

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