A Delicate Battle

“A Delicate Battle” is an exploration of human relationships and the power struggles that they entail. The film follows the Heroine in her struggle to come to terms with notions of surrender, dependency, support, and the freedom of the artistic spirit.

Duration: 26 minutes

Celia Franca - Tour de Force

Celia Franca left England in 1951 at the height of her meteoric dance career to come to Canada to found the National Ballet of Canada and lead it to international acclaim.

Two DVD set – Includes two hours of special features.

Duration: 47 minutes, Special Features : 120 mins

FRANK AUGUSTYN: Personal Essay

A touching bio-graphy on one of Canada’s premier danceurs noble. Frank Augustyn takes us on a personal journey of his career as one of Canada’s most celebrated male dancers. “Personal Essay” features stock footage of his most famous performances along with compelling interviews from Karen Kain, Veronica Tennant, Betty Oliphant.

Duration: 54 minutes

Opera Under The Stars

In his final performance, Richard Bradshaw (1944-2007) conducts the Canadian Opera Company Orchestra in a star-studded gala evening of opera highlights. The splendid setting of the new LeBreton Flats Park in Canada’s Capital is the breath-taking backdrop for this unique outdoor opera concert event.

The Dancers’ Story: The National Ballet of Canada

THE DANCERS’ STORY - The National Ballet of Canada is a choreographed documentary weaving past with present using the vocabulary of dance. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Ballet of Canada, a sampling of five generations of dancers gathers at the ballet barre. THE DANCERS’ STORY is a blend of novel documentary with an abundance of freshly filmed performance.

Duration: 52 minutes

Les Danseurs Racontent: Le Ballet national du Canada

Les danseurs racontent est un documentaire chorégraphié
où le passé se lie au présent par le langage de la danse.
Pour fêter le 50e anniversaire de la compagnie, un groupe
de danseurs représentant cinq générations successives
se réunissent à la barre.

Durée: 52 minutes

Angels of Mercy

Nursing Sisters were the first women to be fully accepted into the military during World Wars I & II. Angels of Mercy tells the story of these brave women and pays homage to their actions which have helped pave inroads for equality ever since.

Duration: 48 minutes

Les Anges de la Compassion

Les soeurs infirmières du Canada étaient les premières femmes à être completement acceptées dans une force militaire durant les deux guerres mondiales. Les anges de la compassion nous démontre l’histoire de ces femmes courageuses qui ont aidé à établir l’égalité pour les femmes.

Durée: 48 minutes

Canvas of Conflict / La Toile du Conflict

A follow-up to Canvas of Conflict, this documentary examines the art of World War II. A select group of artists went into combat and managed to create thousands of pieces of art. For those that are still alive today, theirs is a harrowing tale to tell.

Au cours de la Première Guerre mondiale, le gouvernement canadien a chargé des artistes du monde entier pour se rendre aux champs de bataille et capturer la guerre sur toile. La toile du conflit est un documentaire qui raconte l’histoire des artistes qui ont risqué leursvies, et l'effet profond de la guerre sur ceux-ci.

Duration / Durée: 52 minutes

Canvas of War / Tableaux de Guerre

A follow-up to Canvas of Conflict, this documentary examines the art of World War II. A select group of artists went into combat and managed to create thousands of pieces of art. For those that are still alive today, theirs is a harrowing tale to tell.

Un suivi à La toile du conflit, ce documentaire traite le sujet de l’art de la Deuxième Guerre mondiale. Un groupe d’artistes privilégiés sont entré en combat, et ont réussit à créer des milliers d’œuvres d’art. Pour les survivants, la leur est une histoire déchirante à raconter.

Duration / Durée: 48 minutes

Frame by Frame

The relationship between director and production designer is a special one. Frame by Frame goes behind-the-scenes of David Cronenberg's sci-fi film, eXistenZ, for a rare and fascinating look at the art of Production Designer Carol Spier.

Duration: 52 minutes

In Search of a Soul: Building the Canadian War Museum / À la mémoire de passé: Le Musée canadien de la guerre

Architect Raymond Moriyama has created an indelible symbolic experience that can be felt in every corner of this concrete building of war and hope.

Une experience inoubliable qui peut être ressentie dans le moindre recoin de cet immeuble de béton, de guerre et d’espoir.

Duration / Durée: 48 minutes

Jewel on the Hill : The Story of Canada's Parliament Buildings

There is no greater Canadian symbol than the Parliament Buildings. Jewel on the Hill tells the remarkable 150-year story of these grand buildings, the history of their famous rooms of power and looks behind the scenes at their architectural beauty.

Duration: 91 minutes

Le trésor sur la colline : L'histoire des édifices du Parlement canadien

Il n’y a guère de symbole canadien plus prestigieux que les édifices du Parlement. Le trésor sur la colline nous fait revivre les 150 ans de l’histoire remarquable de ces splendides édifices et de ses célèbres chambres du pouvoir, et nous plonge dans un monde de beauté architecturale incomparable.

Durée: 91 minutes

Live from the NAC

The National Arts Centre Orchestra performs a gala evening of Beethoven conducted by the internationally acclaimed conductor and violinist Pinchas Zukerman. With special guest pianist Yefim Bronfman.

Duration: 110 minutes

More than Meets the Eye

Meet the staff of the National Gallery as they discuss their fascinating work, including conservation, design, education, publications, exhibitions management and much more. Take a tour of the magnificent building itself, with clips of the workshops, the Library, and conservation labs.

Duration: 27 minutes

À la lumière du jour

Des employés vous parlent de leur travail dans des domaines aussi fascinants que la conservation, le design, l'éducation, l'édition, la gestion des expositions, et bien d'autres. Visitez ce manifique édifice, en vous attardant un moment dans les ateliers, les laboratoires de conservation et la bibliothèque.

Our House

Through narrative and anecdote, the Honourable Gilbert Parent takes us on a most unique tour of the House of Commons, explaining its role in shaping our country, its rich and colourful history, and the role of the Speaker. In this eloquent, yet powerful oration, we are provided with a rare insight into the activities of the House, and what it means to be Canadian.

Duration: 54 minutes

The Group of Seven: Art for a Nation

Seven painters who helped to define one country. Art for a Nation is a vivid and compelling testament both to the Group of Seven's beautiful art and their struggle against the critics and academic painters of their time.

Duration: 33 minutes

Le Groupe des Sept: L’émergence d’un art national

Sept peintres entreprirent de créer des oeuvres qui seraient incontestablement canadiennes. Le Groupe des Sept, L’émergence d’un art national constitue un témoignage animé et éloquent du combat de ces artistes pour une meilleure
appréciation de l’art parmi les canadiens.

Durée: 33 minutes

Toller Cranston: The Art of Being

In the 1970's, Toller Cranston set the skating world on fire with his dynamic presence on the ice. Today, living in San Miguel Mexico, the ever-colourful artist has turned his attention full time to his original love…painting. Still as opinionated as ever and never at a loss for words, he speaks out on the skating world, drugs, his incredible San Miguel hacienda, and, of course…art!

Actor’s Notes

Following in the footsteps of our very successful series on ballet and classical music, we examine the art of acting from the actor’s point of view. Hosted by veteran actor Jennifer Dale, the series features interviews with mainstream actors working in the various genres – theatre, television and film.

Duration: 24 minutes

Footnotes

Conceived and hosted by internationally renowned artist Frank Augustyn, this original series sheds new light on the classics by examining them from the point of view of ballet stars from around the world.

Duration: 24 minutes / episode

Freedom

Freedom is a documentary arts series featuring some of the world’s most eccentric, eclectic and leading edge urban dance performers, movers, choreographers and companies. Freedom takes the viewer into the subculture of dance with the world as the backdrop. Hosted by contemporary dance legend Robert Desrosiers

Duration: 24 minutes

Libre Envol

Libre envol est une série qui privilégie la danse urbaine et qui met en vedette quelques uns des chorégraphes, des performeurs et des compagnies les plus excentriques et les plus éclectiques de la planète. Libre envol entraîne le public partout où la danse moderne prend forme et contribue à façonner notre culture.

Durée: 24 minutes

Homes By Design

Acclaimed international series on architecture. Discover a wide variety of designed and styles from the most extraordinary homes around the world.

Duration: 24 minutes / episode
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Style et maisons

Style et maisons est une série documentaire internationale cclamée sur l’architecture. Découvrez de nombreux designs et styles provenant des maisons les plus extraordinaires autour du monde.

Durée: 24 minute / emission

Whole Notes

The world of classical music is full of incredible stories. This contemporary and engaging series explores the stories behind the most famous and loved classical works and their composers, appealing both to the novice as well as the aficionado.

Duration: 24 minutes / episode

Maestro

Le monde de la musique classique est rempli d'histoires merveilleuses.
Cette série dynamique et engageante explore les histoires derrière quelques-uns des compositeurs de musique classique les plus célèbres. Cette série attire tous les téléspectateurs, qu'ils soient novices ou mélomanes.

Durée: 24 minute / emission

Whole Notes Collection

A thirteen episode collection of the Whole Notes series.

Wild By Nature

Join teacher, naturalist and photographer Michael Runtz as he takes the viewer on a guided adventure, visiting unique, natural habitats.

Duration: 24 minutes

Be My Valentine

It’s Valentine’s Day in The Toy Castle as the Soldier and his friends discover the true meaning of friendship and love.

6 Magical Stories:
*Best Friend Ballet
*Be My Valentine
*Perhaps Forever
*Island of Happy
*Starry Night
* Horse Dreams

Duration: 45min

Veux-tu être mon Valentin?

Beautiful Ballerinas (DVD)

12 Captivating Ballet Stories and includes…
Learn to Dance with your favorite Toy Castle characters!

Ballet Stories
Ballerina Big Top
I Promise
Cinderella
Bluebird
Beautiful Tears
Music Box
Dance with Me
Me Too
The Most Beautiful
One Quick Game
Butterflies
Home Sweet castle

Extra Features – TIME TO DANCE
Learn to Dance with your favorite Toy Castle characters!
Promenade
Promenade on Point
Chaînés
Bourrées
Posé Turns

PLUS….

DVD-ROM Extra
Games & Activities

Beautiful Ballerinas

Ballerina and China Doll invite you to experience the magic and joy of The Toy Castle as they dance, play and learn with their enchanted friends.

6 Magical Stories:
*The Most Beautiful
*Poor Invisible Me
*Giggle Girl
*Bumpies in My Stocking
*Waltz for Three
*Go Lady Go

Duration: 45 min.

Les Belles Ballerines

La ballerine et Crinoline vouc invitent à partager la magie et le bonheur qui règnent au Château magique. Voyez-les danser, s’amuser et apprendre de nouvelles choses en compagnie de leurs amis enchantés.

6 histories magiques:
*Drôlement joile!
*Des bobosses dans mes bas
*Une valse à trios
*Fou rire
*Vas-y ma jolie!
*Farfadet invisible

Durée: 45 minutes

Birthday Bash

Ballet Stories
Perfectly Perfect Party
Happy Birthday
Birthday Bash
Ruby
Rag Doll’s Gift
No Birthday
Surprise Party
Birthday Blunder

Extra Features – TIME TO DANCE
Learn to Dance with your favorite Toy Castle characters!
Petits Jetés without Arms
Petits Jetés with Arms
Waltz for Two
Blancées
Super Stretch

PLUS….

DVD-ROM Extra
Games & Activities

Dance for Joy

Ballet Stories
Go Lady Go
Olympic Champ
Dance fro Joy
Little Frog
Dancing My Way
Funny Man
Just Like You
Clown Camp

Extra Features – TIME TO DANCE
Learn to Dance with your favorite Toy Castle characters!
Another Port de Bras
Demi Plies
Grand Plies
Tip Top Tippy Toes
Rag Doll Spins

PLUS….

DVD-ROM Extra
Games & Activities

Nursery Rhyme Time

It’s Time to Rhyme!
Share in the fun as your favorite nursery rhymes come to life in The Toy Castle.


6 Magical Stories:
*London-Bridges Falling Down
*Mary Had a Little Lamb
*Itsy-Bitsy Spider
*Little Miss Muffett
*Twinkle Twinkle
*Old MacDonald

Duration: 45 min.

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