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NCC's Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill Kicks Off Tomorrow
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NCCN-06-07-01-PR
July 4, 2006
Canada’s Capital Region — The National Capital Commission (NCC) is pleased to announce that the Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill entitled Canada: the Spirit of a Country gets underway tomorrow, Wednesday, July 5, 2006, for the summer season.
The 30-minute show uses spectacular lighting effects, giant images and a rich tapestry of words, music and sounds to tell the story of Canada, a nation of communicators. It will be presented free of charge evenings until September 10, 2006.
This bilingual show is presented seven days a week (weather permitting). Bleacher seating can accommodate approximately 500 spectators. Hours are as follows: from July 5 to August 7, 2006, at 9:30 pm and 10:30 pm, and from August 8 to September 10, 2006, at 9 pm and 10 pm.
Canada: the Spirit of a Country, created by AVH Live Communications — a Toronto based production company, features a stunning musical score (composed by Glenn Morley, multiple Gemini and Genie award winner) as well as special lighting effects and stunning image projections on the Peace Tower and the Parliament buildings.
The NCC has captivated audiences for 20 years with its sound and light performances. Particularly popular with out-of-town visitors who, on average represent over 85% of attendees, these free performances offer the perfect evening activity. In 2005, more than 227,000 visitors attended the Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill.
For more information on the Sound and Light Show on Parliament Hill, the public can contact the NCC at (613) 239-5000,