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.
“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
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
Choreography and concept by Gardolin – Read more
2025: 7 Deadly Sins – Aalborg Symfoniorkester & Orchestre National De Lille – DK&FR | singing ballet/opera
2025: Some Enchanting Evening – SES Locarno. | director, staging. dance-opera
2025: Monteforno – Teatro Sociale Bellinzona | movement direction. theater
2025: Elements – Via Coflussa – Unknown Company . CH | co-creator. dance
2024: Am I AI? – Collab with the pianist Silvia Pellegrini. Zurich CH | dance research
2024: Studio 68, Auditions – Lugano CH | concept, director. acrobatic theater
2024: Met’amorfosi – Unknown Company, Festival Territori Bellinzona. CH | dance theater
2024: The Sound Of Home – Palm Center, Montagnola. CH | musical theatre
2024: Minotauro – Teatro Sociale Bellinzona, La Tache 21. CH | dance-theatre
2023: Monarch Butterflies – Sweet November Dance Company. CH | dance
2023: Via Coflussa – Unknown Company, Saceba. CH | dance
2023: The Windcatcher – Palm Center, Montagnola. CH | musical theatre
2022: Tap Roller Dance – Ubuntu Connection, Euroscene, Leipzig. DE | roller dance
2022: Tempo Impetuoso – Sweet November Dance Company. CH | dance
2022: Now Departing – A Movement Of Humans, Berlin. DE | acrobatic theatre
2022: Progènie – Punto 301, Saceba. CH | fashion show
2022: The Little Lord Montleroy – Palm Center, Montagnola. CH | musical theatre
2021: Light – Chiara Dubey, Zurich. CH | dance. video clip
2021: Olocene – Teatro Sociale Bellinzona. CH | movement direction. theater
2021: Il Fondo del Sacco – Teatro Sociale Bellinzona. CH | movement direction. theater
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.