Theatre & Music
Writer · Director · Composer · Pianist
Before The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
↓01 / Introduction
Originally from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Jadyn Fording is an emerging theatre-maker and musician based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Their work moves between writing, directing, composing, and live performance—with curiosity, precision, and a deep belief in the power of collaboration.
02 / Theatre
Direction · Musical Theatre
Directed by Jadyn for TU Theatre Union, the company’s debut musical marked the first musical staged at TU since 2022. The Tony Award-winning comedy invited audiences to see themselves in its characters—and left the house laughing and singing along.
“We knew that if we did it right, we could positively impact a lot of people.”View the UTulsa feature
Production Management · Original Music · Greek Tragedy · 2025
As production manager, Jadyn helped bring TU Theatre Union’s second fall play to Gussman Concert Hall. They also composed original music for all six choral sections—the first public performance of their compositions—for an audience of more than 400.
“These plays were never meant to just be read.”Read the UTulsa feature
Greek Tragedy · 2024
Director / Producer
TU Theatre Union
03 / Music
A classical pianist, tenor, and composer, Jadyn brings a performer’s ear to every theatrical moment. Their musical work spans solo and jazz performance, piano teaching, and original composition for the stage.
Bachelor of Arts in Music candidate · Classical piano emphasis · Philosophy & Religion minor · The University of Tulsa Honors College · Class of 2027
Selected Repertoire
Montereau
Music Intern
TU Jazz Combo
& Big Band
04 / About
Jadyn is a Presidential Scholar and Honors College senior at the University of Tulsa, pursuing a B.A. in Music with an emphasis in classical piano performance and a minor in Philosophy and Religion. Their primary artistic interest is stage direction for plays, musicals, and operas.
In 2023, Jadyn co-founded TU Theatre Union in the absence of a university-run theatre program. After serving as vice president and president, they now lead productions for the growing student company—moving between rehearsal room and concert hall as a director, production manager, composer, pianist, tenor, and teacher.
EducationB.A. Music · Philosophy & Religion minor · Honors College · 2027
Theatre LeadershipCo-Founder & Head of Productions, TU Theatre Union
Music LeadershipPiano Representative, Music Student Advisory Board
TeachingPiano Teacher · University Peer Mentor
CommunityPLUS+ Support Group Leader, Tulsa Wesley Foundation
RecognitionPresidential Scholar · 2024–25 Top Ten Freshmen
05 / Contact
Collaborations · Opportunities · Conversation
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