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The Arts Court

What it's all about? In 1974, a dedicated group of artists and arts supporters in our community pursued a vision ... to find a home for the professional arts in Ottawa. Their efforts materialized into Arts Court, our region's centre for the performing, visual and literary arts. The Arts Court Theatre features innovative performances in theatre, dance, music, multi-disciplinary and literary arts. Arts Court is home to four public visual art galleries with an emphasis on innovative exhibitions. Check out our bi-montly calendar or call to find out what's coming up!

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1) What's Happening at Arts Court this Month?
A bi-monthly calendar of events is available for pickup at the reception, call the box office at 564-7240 for information or become an Arts Court Foundation Member and have them mailed directly to your home or office (613) 569-4822.

2) How do I get Tickets?
Tickets are available at the Arts Court Box Office from 9 a.m. -10 p.m., 7 days a week. Tickets can be reserved and purchased with a VISA, Mastercard or American Express Card @ (613) 564-7240.

3) Where is Arts Court located?
Arts court is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. We are easily accessible by car or bus. All buses stopping at the Rideau Centre drop riders off within a 3 minute walk of our front door. Arts Court is accessible off the Queensway (Highway 417) by taking the Nicholas Street exit.

4) Where can I park?
Parking is available on the street (metered parking) or at one of the adjacent paid lots (Rideau Centre and Novotel) Sorry there is no public parking on site, but there are over 12,000 parking spots within a 1 km radius of Arts Court.

5) Does Arts Court offer wheelchair access?
Yes. Arts Court is wheelchair accessible. Please call us @ (613) 564-7240 to make arrangements.

6) When are the Galleries open?
Is there an admission fee? The Ottawa Art Gallery & Firestone Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday noon- 5 p.m. SAW Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. terminal.gallery: Go to www.artengine.ca/terminal for hours and more information. Entrance is free .... but donations are always welcome!

7) What rental spaces are available at Arts Court?
The Arts Court Theatre is a well-equipped , 147 seat black - box space with foyer, box office and reception area. Theatre services include professional box office and technical support. The Theatre, Studio, Rehearsal and Meeting Rooms are available at affordable rates to professional and community arts groups as well as to the general public. To discuss your production or event requirements and for rental rate information, contact the Theatre Manager @ (613) 569-4822. SAW Gallery (613) 236-6181, Le Groupe Dance Lab (613) 235-1492, and the Council for the Arts in Ottawa (613) 569-1387 also offer alternative spaces for a variety of events.

8) How can I volunteer in the arts?
Arts Court hosts many special events and is often seeking volunteers to participate. Why not call the arts organization in the discipline that interests you to find out how you can help and enhance your skills at the same time. For guidance on who to call, begin at our information desk @ (613) 564-7240

9) Are Courses and Workshops given at Arts Court?
Arts Court tends to be the administrative offices for Arts Organizations ...however the Independent Film Makers Cooperative (613) 569-1789, Saw Gallery (613) 236-6181 and Compagnie Vox ThÈýtre have been known to run workshops. Information about these types of events would be available at reception (613) 564-7240 or by calling individual groups. Other organizations such as the Ottawa School of Art, School of Dance, and School of Speech and Drama offer a variety of classes.

10) Is there Artists Studio Space for Rent at Arts Court?
No- unfortunately there is not. Arts Court rents office space to Arts Organizations, Please contact the General Manager @ 564-3093 for more details. Enriched Bread Artists on Gladstone offers studio space for artists and other studio space is available in the area 

Location
Arts Court
2 Daly Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario K1N-6E2

Arts court is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. We are easily accessible by car or bus. All buses stopping at the Rideau Centre drop riders off within a 3 minute walk of our front door. Arts Court is accessible off the Queensway (Highway 417) by taking the Nicholas Street exit.

Tickets and Box Office
Tickets are available at the Arts Court Box Office from 9 a.m. -10 p.m., 7 days a week. Tickets can be reserved and purchased with a VISA, Mastercard or American Express Card @ (613) 564-7240.

Gallery Hours
The Ottawa Art Gallery & Firestone Gallery Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday noon- 5 p.m. SAW Gallery Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parking
Parking is available on the street (metered parking) or at one of the adjacent paid lots (Rideau Centre and Novotel) Sorry there is no public parking on site, but there are over 12,000 parking spots within a 1 km radius of Arts Court.

Accessibility
Arts Court is wheelchair accessible. Please call us @ (613) 564-7240 to make arrangements.

For More Information:
Cheryl Paquette
Reception & Box Office:
Tel: (613) 564-7240
Fax: (613) 564-4428

General Manager:
Sandy Merriam
Tel: (613) 564-3093
Fax: (613) 564-4428

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