An innovative partnership between Laboratoires Pierre Fabre and the Capitole Opera Ballet
20 October 2025
On October 18, 2025, a new page was written in the history of the national Opera of the Capitole, thanks to an original partnership with Laboratoires Pierre Fabre. Éric Ducournau, CEO of Laboratoires Pierre Fabre, and Francis Grass, President of the Public Establishment of the Capitole, signed a sponsorship agreement in favor of the Ballet's Health Center, marking the beginning of a promising collaboration.
From left to right:
- Christophe Ghristi, Artistic Director of the National Opera of the Capitole;
- Beate Vollack, Dance Director of the National Opera of the Capitole;
- Pierre-Jean Rey, Director of Institutional Relations and Public Affairs at Pierre Fabre Laboratories;
- Claire Roserot de Melin, General Director of the Public Establishment of the Capitole - National Opera and National Orchestra of the Capitole;
- Francis Grass, President of the Public Establishment of the Capitole - National Opera and National Orchestra of the Capitole;
- Eric Ducournau, General Director of Pierre Fabre Laboratories.
Support at the crossroads of art and health
The dancers of the Ballet de l'Opéra national du Capitole, true high-level athletes, are subjected to intense physical and artistic demands. Aware of the importance of health for artistic performance and career longevity, Laboratoires Pierre Fabre is providing its support in two complementary ways to accompany the establishment of a Health Center to serve the dancers:
- Firstly, through a financial sponsorship which This support will enable the acquisition of cutting-edge equipment and the improvement of the dancers' working environment. The creation of a physiotherapy room and the purchase of muscle recovery and strengthening equipment are at the heart of this initiative.
- The dancers will benefit from product donations and personalized advice at LAB, the Laboratoires Pierre Fabre concept-store, located rue Saint-Pantaléon in Touloue, right next to the Théâtre du Capitole. This will enable them to take care of their health and skin with high-quality products.
A collaboration that shine international
The support of Laboratoires Pierre Fabre comes at a decisive stage in the history of the Ballet de l'Opéra national du Capitole. [...] Named best choreographic company of the 2024/2025i season, the Ballet, recently placed under the direction of Beate Vollack, is taking a new step forward by integrating the challenges of preserving the health of its artists with artistic excellence. We are proud and honored to inaugurate this unprecedented patronage.
A commitment in line with Pierre Fabre Laboratories
Eric Ducournau emphasizes that this project "brings together high-level sport and art, two strong lines of our commitment". By supporting a local institution of excellence, Laboratoires Pierre Fabre are reaffirming their commitment to health and well-being, while contributing to the cultural influence of the region.
This partnership between Laboratoires Pierre Fabre and the Ballet de l'Opéra national du Capitole is a perfect illustration of the commitment to excellence, health and culture. Together, they are paving the way for new opportunities for artists and strengthening the links between science, health and art.