BIOGRAPHY
Nicolò began studying ballet at the age of eight in his hometown of Savigliano, Italy. At eleven, he was accepted into the prestigious La Scala Ballet Academy, where he trained for three years before seeking new challenges. He later joined taZ, where he is now in his third year and preparing to graduate.
- Date of birth: 23 June 2008
- Eye colour: Green
- Hair colour: Blonde
- Height (in cm): 173
- Languages: Italian, English
CONTACT
nicolozampedri@icloud.com
DANCE EXPERIENCE
2025 – taZ Curtain Up, Opernhaus Zürich – “Défilé” (choreography by Akos Sebestyén), “Simply Bach” (choreography by Altea Nuñez), “Bolero X” (choreography by Shahar Binyamini)
2025 – House of Dance Company, Festspielhaus Bregenz – “Bolero X” (choreography by Shahar Binyamini)
2024 – taZ Curtain Up, Opernhaus Zürich – “A Folk Tale” (choreography by August Bournonville), “Only the Window” (choreography by Ihsan Rustem)
2022 – Nutcracker, Teatro alla Scala, Milan – choreography by Rudolf Nureyev
2020 – Accademia 20x20 Gala, Teatro alla Scala, Milan – choreography by Frédéric Olivieri
VARIATIONS AND COMPETITIONS
Paquita, Gran Pas variation, Marius Petipa, Prix De Lausanne Summer Intensive, 2025
FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING INSTITUTIONS
I will be joining NRW Juniorballett Dortmund from next season
Q&A WITH NICOLÒ ZAMPEDRI
What does dance mean to you?
- Dance means discipline to me, it has taught me commitment, focus, and how to push myself every day. At the same time, when I dance, I forget about everything else and fully lose myself in the moment. It’s one of the only times I feel completely present, focused only on movement and expression.
What memory will you take with you from your time at ZHdK?
- One of my most meaningful memories is from my first year, when I performed a contemporary choreography for the first time. It was challenging because it was a completely new style for me, but I really enjoyed the process and what I discovered through it. I also had the opportunity to perform two duets, which made the experience even more special.
Which work or choreographer particularly inspires you, and why?
- One of the choreographers I most enjoyed working with is Jill Johnson. Through her, I was introduced to the Forsythe technique and improvisation, which allowed me to explore new qualities and discover different sides of myself. I really appreciate the way she teaches and how she inspires curiosity and interest in the work we do.