Dance Theatre of Harlem – @ NAC – January 29 & 30, 2026

Dance Theatre of Harlem
Where: National Arts Centre, Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa
When: Thursday, Jan. 29 and Friday, Jan. 30, 8 p.m.
Why: Dance Theatre of Harlem is a singular presence in the ballet world,
presenting and touring a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century.
The multi-ethnic company performs a forward-thinking repertoire that
includes treasured classics – neoclassical works by George Balanchine and
Artistic Director, Robert Garland – as well as innovative contemporary works
that use the language of ballet and honour founder Arthur Mitchell’s belief
that ballet belongs to everyone. For over 56 years, the company has been
committed to the message of empowerment through the arts for all. In this
specially curated program, the elegance, virtuosity, and technical prowess of the
18-member company are on full display.