My name is Jaden Kindle, and I am a performer, choreographer, and recent musical theatre B.F.A. graduate of Nazareth University in Rochester, New York. Originally, I got my start in Oklahoma City, before making the life-changing decision to go to musical theatre school. I spent some years in Wichita, Kansas, performing at amazing places such as Music Theatre Wichita (MTW), Wichita State University, and The Crown Arts Collaborative, among others. When I relocated to Rochester, I got to work as both a performer and educator at places like Geva Theatre, Blackfriars Theatre, and at The Floor Dance Company. I am grateful to have such great experiences with these different communities across the country.

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When I'm not on stage performing, I'm offstage, choreographing and teaching. As a performing arts teacher, I believe that not only is it important to teach students how to do this craft, but also how to love it. Theatre brings joy, and that shows in everything I do, especially teaching. Throughout my time in Wichita, I worked as the Education Intern at MTW, spent an amazing year as an adjunct professor of dance at Butler Community College, and as a choreographer for the nationally-renown 'Headliners' collegiate show choir. Growing up in Oklahoma City, I was raised in and around my father's classroom, and I am grateful to have inherited his passion for teaching.

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Ever since I was in the fifth grade, I knew that performing onstage was my life's calling. Recently, I have been answering the call for representation in the industry. When it came to performing, I did not have my first male teacher or my first non-White teacher until my freshman year of college. That was eight years into my journey. Now, I strive to show young artists that it does not matter who you are, or what you look like. Performing is for everyone.

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A large part of what's important to me as a performer and a human being is creating a safe, equitable, and just world for all. To learn more about some of the causes I am passionate about, click here, and consider helping people in need.