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About Southam Hall at National Arts Centre
Southam Hall is the largest concert space within Ottawa’s National Arts Centre, offering a grand setting for orchestral performances, touring productions, and major events. With a current capacity of 2,065 seats after a 2016 renovation, this flagship hall provides an intimate yet immersive experience across its varied seating layout. From the Front Orchestra to the Balcony, Southam Hall ensures strong sightlines and exceptional acoustics for a wide range of performances.
Whether you’re attending a NAC Orchestra concert, a Broadway musical, or a headline show, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth visit to downtown Ottawa.
For the full NAC experience, consider convenient parking in the underground NAC lot (entrances on Elgin/Slater and Albert). If you’re arriving by transit, Southam Hall is within a 5–10 minute walk of Mackenzie King and Rideau stations. Accessible seating is available, and pre-pay options are available in the lobby for select performances. After the show, explore nearby hotels like the Fairmont Château Laurier or The Westin Ottawa, plus a variety of dining options within walking distance.
Notable past events at Southam Hall include performances by the NAC Orchestra, touring productions such as Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, and Wicked, along with award ceremonies and high-profile showcases. Secure your seats with a trusted partner and enjoy Ottawa’s premier cultural venue with the ease you expect from a trusted connection.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1
- Venue type: Large concert hall (largest of NAC's four spaces) within the National Arts Centre
- Capacity: 2,065 seats (current; renovation in 2016 reduced capacity by about 250 from 2,331)
- Seating chart highlights: Front Orchestra 159; Orchestra 783; Parterre 148; Boxes 186; Mezzanine 263; Amphitheatre 263; Balcony 263
- Parking: NAC underground parking with entrances on Elgin/Slater and Albert; 6'4" clearance; 24/7 automated payment; pre-pay option in lobby for some performances
- Transit: 5–10 minute walk to Mackenzie King and Rideau transit stations; well-served by Ottawa public transit; accessible seating options available
- Nearby hotels: The Fairmont Château Laurier (1 Rideau St), The Westin Ottawa (11 Colonel By Dr), Lord Elgin Hotel (100 Elgin St), Capital Hill Hotel & Suites (88 Albert St), The Metcalfe Hotel (123 Metcalfe St), etc
- Notable events hosted: NAC Orchestra and major touring productions; Blue Rodeo, Diana Krall, Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, Wicked; Indspire Awards; Genie Awards