Ottawa 
Events Description
with the NAC Orchestra
Alexander Shelley conducts a program highlighting two composers who use music to create mythic tales of heroes and villains.
In his massive musical poem Ein Heldenleben, Richard Strauss traces a journey of love and struggle inspired by the composer’s favourite hero—himself!
Gabriel Dharmoo constructs an imaginary body of folklore in Wanmansho, a theatrical work for solo vocalist and orchestra.
“I don’t see why I shouldn’t compose a symphony about myself. I find myself quite as interesting as Napoleon,” Richard Strauss once wrote.
With that bold battle cry of confidence, Richard Strauss composed Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life), harnessing the power of a super-sized orchestra to embark on a personal journey of love, art, and struggle. Get ready to hear music of cinematic realism as Strauss vividly portrays his memories of falling in love, waging war against his critics, and finding peace in the act of creation.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets :
Tickets starting at $31.00
How to get tickets?
Phone: 1-844-985-2787 (ARTS)
Email: info@nac-cna.ca
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Thursday October 2, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Venue & Address
Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5W1
Wheelchair accessible
Paid Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
