Through choreography, poetic writing and interdisciplinary collaboration, Jess Gardolin creates immersive works that invite audiences to feel before they interpret.
Her creations unfold between stage and unconventional spaces, where movement becomes a poetic language shaped by encounter, transformation and shared imagination.
“Where the struggle and suffering of bodies are exposed and expressed without artifice (as remarkably shown by the choreography imagined by Jess Gardolin).”
— Alexandre Pam
Creations
"creation begins in the encounter between artistic languages and the people who inhabit them. Every collaboration becomes a space where movement, theatre, poetic writing and visual imagination intertwine to create new forms of expression"
Gardolin’s journey into Arts began at a young age, as she was exposed to a wide range of artistic forms, including roller skating, classical ballet, modern dance, physical theatre and latin dance. This eclectic foundation has allowed her to create pieces that are both immersive and emotionally resonant, speaking to audiences on multiple levels.
In 2021, Jess made her debut as a choreographer within the Swiss and European markets, engaging in projects that encompass dance, theatre, opera, music videos, musicals, and circus. In 2023, she received an invitation from La Tache 21 to choreograph the dance theatre production “Minotauro” at Teatro Sociale Bellinzona. In 2025, Jess undertook the choreography for the sung ballet “The 7 Deadly Sins,” in partnership with the Aalborg Symfoniorkester in Denmark and the Orchestre National de Lille in France, under the esteemed direction of Sandra Preciado. Additionally, Gardolin premiered “ELEMENTS,” co-created with Marzio Picchetti, in Switzerland.
“and the expressive choreography of Jess Gardolin.”
— Thomas Turillon
Partnership
Jess Gardolin and Marzio Picchetti, a light designer, crossed paths in 2017 and tied the knot in 2020. Their bond goes beyond their personal relationship, blossoming into a collaborative artistic journey. Together, they seamlessly merge life and creativity, crafting a distinctive synergy in visual aesthetics. Their groundbreaking approach elevates performances, where light takes on an active role, engaging with performers and choreography.
Collaboration
Gardolin’s creativity flourishes through a seamless partnership with musician Ali Salvioni. Their collaboration fosters an artistic dialogue where Gardolin’s instinctive movement is profoundly influenced by Salvioni’s compositions. His music acts as a catalyst for Gardolin’s idea exploration, resulting in visually captivating pieces rich in emotional and thematic layers.