The National Ballet of Canada says it's cancelling its remaining 2020-21 season, "due to the ongoing uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic." In August, the National Ballet announced the pandemic had forced the cancellation of its performances set for November and December, including its annual production of The Nutcracker. It later announced a virtual showcase, though still intended to proceed with its winter season in March of next year. Artistic director Karen Kain and executive director Barry Hughson said the winter season in March will be cancelled, and the world premiere of Kain's Swan Lake production in June will be postponed to the 2021-22 season. The virtual season launched in September with a triptych of films called Expansive Dances, which are available for free on the National Ballet's website and social media channels.

Source: CBC News November 05, 2020 18:56 UTC