PSU Center Stage Announces the Graduate Directing Festival. Marcus Jordan directs Dominique Morisseau’s dynamic play Detroit ‘67 April 16 - 18, 2026.

PSU Graduate Director, Marcus Jordan was interviewed by the College of Arts and Architecture to discuss the cultural nuance and historical context gained during a dramaturgical research trip to Detroit, MI in prep for PSU Center Stage’s production of Detroit ‘67 .

Penn State School of Theatre Students Jules Thermidor (Lank - BFA Acting), Kenikki Thompson (Chelle - BFA Musical Theatre), and Marcus Jordan (Director - PSU MFA Directing) discuss the artistic and cultural significance of working on Dominique Morisseau's play, Detroit '67. Documentary created by Cali Pucci (BA Theatre Studies).

Cast and Creative Team Members of Totem Pole Theatre’s Production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, discuss the magic of Carole King’s musical legacy. Marcus Jordan serves as Associate Director and appears as a Drifter in the production.