Directing

Jordan Goodsell is a New York–based director drawn to bold, emotionally honest stories that challenge both audience and performer. His work blends theatrical precision with immersive design and a strong sense of rhythm — shaped by his background as an actor and musician. Whether developing new work or reimagining existing material, Jordan approaches direction as a deeply collaborative act rooted in curiosity, rigor, and trust.

Current Projects

This Purple Fucking Pot

Developed and Directed by Jordan Goodsell

A site-specific, satirical workplace comedy about branding, baby bottle pops, and late-stage capitalism — told through the lens of four overworked marketers tasked to sell a purple cooking pot. The immersive production is being developed by GooLay Productions for New York City debut in Fall 2025.

Assistant Director

Jordan works as an Assistant Director alongside Lonny Price and Matt Cowart — most recently on Fiddler on the Roof starring Jason Alexander at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts (Associate Director: Nina Goodheart).