CENTRE CHOREGRAPHIQUE NATIONAL - BALLET DE LORRAINE

What CENTRE CHOREGRAPHIQUE NATIONAL - BALLET DE LORRAINE does

The Centre Chorégraphique National – Ballet de Lorraine (CCN – Ballet de Lorraine) is a French National Choreographic Center headquartered at 3 rue Henri Bazin, Nancy, France, operating as an association loi 1901 (non-profit) under the direction of Maud Le Pladec since January 2025 and the presidency of Frédérique Boura. The institution is composed of 24 professional dancers performing an eclectic contemporary dance repertoire that spans legacy works by Merce Cunningham, Trisha Brown, William Forsythe, and Twyla Tharp alongside new commissions from contemporary choreographers such as Maud Le Pladec, Jan Martens, Adam Linder, Marco da Silva Ferreira, and Ayelen Parolin. It is one of 19 institutions carrying the national CCN label, awarded in 1999, which provides access to multi-year state funding from the Ministry of Culture, DRAC, Region Grand Est, and municipal authorities.

The company generates revenue through four primary streams: (1) ticket sales for three annual Opera programmes at the Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine priced €10–€50 depending on category and series, (2) amateur dance classes (classical ballet from age 4, contemporary dance, and yoga) and workshops for the general public, (3) public subsidies and institutional grants from the Ministry of Culture, Region Grand Est, Ville de Nancy, and the departmental council, and (4) a €10 annual CCN-Ballet Card offering 50% discounts on dance programming and reduced workshop rates. Distribution channels include the Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine as primary co-presentation venue, online ticketing via Mapado, physical box office (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 14h–17h30), and international touring to venues including Sadler's Wells (London), Grand Palais (Paris), Philharmonie de Paris, and European festivals.

Beyond performance, the organization operates a substantial education and outreach programme reaching approximately 4,270 school-age participants annually (570 students visiting CCN, 2,300 attending performances, 1,400 participating in workshops in 2024), an amateur dance creation programme (e.g., 'Static Shot 54'), and a studio residency programme hosting six visiting artists in the 2025–2026 season. It is a member of the ACCN (19 CCNs), the La Danse en Grande forme collective (13 structures), and the regional L'estdanse network. The underlying 'technology' is human craft — choreography, rehearsal, and live performance — with no disclosed software, AI, or digital product layer.

Name

CENTRE CHOREGRAPHIQUE NATIONAL - BALLET DE LORRAINE

Legal name

CCN – Ballet de Lorraine

Website

https://ballet-de-lorraine.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

CCN – Ballet de Lorraine is a French National Choreographic Center in Nancy with 24 professional dancers, presenting contemporary dance repertoire at the Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine and internationally, and offering performances, amateur dance classes, and school outreach under director Maud Le Pladec.

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akta.pro rank

Product category

Contemporary Dance / Performing Arts

NAICS

Dance Companies (711120), Other Performing Arts Companies (711190), Fine Arts Schools (61161)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Contemporary & Modern Dance (MPAGADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Performing Arts Centers & Presenters (Programming/Booking) (MPAGABAM), Dance Education (Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Cultural Dance) (EDAMAAAH), Theatre Education, Training & Conservatories (MPAGABAN)

Keywords

• Contemporary dance performances
• Choreographic productions
• Dance education programs
• Artist residencies
• Performing arts company

Headquarters

HQ city

Nancy

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Performance and Event Tickets: The company generates revenue through ticket sales for performances at the Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine and touring productions.
2. Dance Classes and Workshops: Amateur dance classes in classical ballet, contemporary dance, and yoga for children and adults. Also includes workshops and masterclasses with guest artists.
3. Public Subsidies and Institutional Funding: Association loi 1901 receiving government funding from the Ministry of Culture, Region Grand Est, and local municipalities.
4. CCN-Ballet Card Membership: Season card sold at 10€ providing 50% discount on dance programming at the Opera and reduced rates on workshops.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Centre Chorégraphique National - Ballet de Lorraine is a French national choreographic center based in Nancy, producing and touring contemporary dance performances with a permanent troupe of 24 professional dancers. It also delivers dance education services (amateur classes, workshops, school programs), hosts guest artist studio residencies, and organizes the biennial CHRONIQUES event, with regular programming at the Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine.

Product overview

CCN - Ballet de Lorraine is a National Choreographic Center (Centre Chorégraphique National) based in Nancy, France, operating as a contemporary dance company under the direction of Maud Le Pladec since January 2025. The company consists of 24 professional dancers and serves as both a production company and cultural institution. Its offerings include: (1) Professional repertoire performances featuring works by internationally renowned choreographers and new creations, (2) Opera programs presented at Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine combining the company's own works with invited guest companies, (3) Amateur dance education through classes and workshops, (4) Community amateur creation projects, (5) Studio residencies for visiting artists, and (6) School outreach programs across the Grand Est region. The company maintains an extensive repertoire spanning contemporary dance classics and new commissions, performing internationally while anchoring its activity in the Nancy metropolitan territory.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Contemporary Dance Repertoire Performances
• Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine Programming
• Amateur Dance Classes
• Dance Workshops
• School Dance Programs (TAP and in-school classes)
• Studio Residency Program
• CHRONIQUES Biennial Event
• CCN-Ballet Card Membership
• Amateur Creation Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 570 pupils visited CCN, 2300 pupils attended performances, 1400 participated in workshops in 2024
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, regional and minor.

• Philharmonie de PariscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoproduction partner for Concerto danzante programme. Joint production with Les Arts Florissants, Opéra national de Nancy-Lorraine, and CCN-Ballet de Lorraine featuring baroque music and contemporary dance.
• Les Arts FlorissantscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternationally recognized baroque music ensemble founded in 1979 by William Christie. Musical interpretation for Concerto danzante programme alongside CCN-Ballet de Lorraine dancers.
• Opéra national de Nancy-LorrainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMain co-presentation venue for CCN-Ballet performances. Three annual programmes co-produced with the opera house for dance programming.
• ACCN (Association des Centres Chorégraphiques Nationaux)coreOthersNational network bringing together all 19 Centers Chorégraphiques Nationaux in France. Organized exchanges and debates between CCN teams, facilitates dialogue with Ministry of Culture.
• La Danse en Grande formemajorOthersCollective of 13 structures (11 choreography-focused, 2 multidisciplinary) sharing ambition to support choreography in ambitious production and dissemination projects. Includes major French dance institutions.
• L'estdanseregionalOthersRegional network supporting creation of two choreography projects by professional artists in Grand Est region. Members include ACB Scène nationale de Bar-le-Duc, CCAM, CCN-Ballet de Lorraine, and other regional cultural venues.
• Fonds de dotation Francis KurkdjianminorOthersEndowment fund supporting the Static Shot 54 amateur creation project. Part of project's financing alongside DRAC-Region Grand Est, Ville de Nancy, and departmental council.
• Sadler's Wells Theatre (London)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLondon-based dance venue that commissioned and presented 'Veins of Water' by Maud Le Pladec in November 2025 as part of the Marking Time programme.
• Centre Pompidou-MetzregionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerCultural institution in Metz, partner for artistic projects and associated artist programmes. Jeanne Friot previously associated with Centre Pompidou-Metz before joining CCN-Ballet de Lorraine.
• Grand Palais (Paris)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrestigious Paris venue hosting CCN-Ballet de Lorraine performances in summer 2026 as part of the Crescendo programme. Maud Le Pladec directing choreography for Grand Palais d'ete.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Cullberg Ballet: Swedish contemporary dance company resident at Riksteatern; comparable as a publicly funded national contemporary ensemble of similar size with international touring and choreographic commissioning.
• Ballet de l'Opéra national de Lyon: Lyon's resident ballet company and a peer French institution producing both classical repertoire and contemporary creations; directly comparable in size, public-funding model and dual classical/contemporary programming.
• Centre Chorégraphique National d'Orléans: Another French CCN with similar funding model, sized company and contemporary-dance orientation. Directly comparable as a peer CCN; notably previously directed by Maud Le Pladec (2017–2024).
• Ballet Preljocaj: Pavillon Noir–based contemporary ballet company led by Angelin Preljocaj; comparable as a French contemporary dance company producing large-scale creations and touring internationally.
• Ballet national de Marseille: (Dis)invested, an associated dance company at another French national institution, directed by a single choreographer. Comparable to CCN-Ballet de Lorraine in scale, public funding and contemporary programming.
• Compagnie Maguy Marin: Resident at CCN de Créteil and a leading French contemporary dance company; directly comparable as a peer CCN-resident ensemble with international touring.

Broad incumbents

• Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT): Premier international contemporary dance company based in The Hague; a broad incumbent peer in repertory contemporary dance with comparable international touring scale and commissioning model.
• Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch: Iconic German dance-theater company; comparable as a publicly funded national-scale ensemble producing a substantial repertory and touring internationally, though with a much higher global profile.
• Ballet de l'Opéra national de Paris: France's flagship ballet company and a peer institutional ballet troupe; comparable as a publicly funded French dance company with an extensive classical and contemporary repertoire, though significantly larger and more prestigious than CCN-Ballet de Lorraine.

Emerging players

• Hofesh Shechter Company: London-based contemporary dance company commissioning and touring mid-scale choreographic works; comparable as an international touring peer at the same scale of production as CCN-Ballet de Lorraine.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

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