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About Toby Travis |
“Over the years I have seen the finest of presentations by
famous illusionists. Toby Travis is the best! His program is
very attractive, sensitive and his presentation of the
Gospel of Jesus Christ is crystal clear.”
- George Sweeting, Chancellor Emeritus,
Moody Bible
Institute Chicago, IL (pictured at left with Toby after a
recent community outreach event)
For over twenty years
Toby Travis has partnered with churches and ministries
throughout the United Kingdom, Eastern Europe, South Asia,
Central & South America, as well as coast-to-coast
throughout the United States in reaching the unreached in
their communities.
Toby Travis is a
multi-talented presenter: illusionist, humorist, actor,
inspirational speaker, author, gifted
evangelist, and biblical scholar. As an award-winning
entertainer, Toby has been “commended for excellence” by the
American Theater Association.
Toby Travis is one of the premier family
entertainers and inspirational speakers in America
today. According to the
Family Life Journal his show is “A
must see event for the entire family.”
Trinity
Communications describes his presentation as a “First-class
evening of entertainment!”
Toby shares his personal journey of faith
in Jesus Christ as well as a compelling presentation of the
Gospel as part of his community outreach events; providing a
unique presentation that many have described as
“life-changing.”
Through his many radio, television, and live
appearances around the globe, Toby Travis has enthralled
and inspired millions.
A Brief
History
Born Toby Adrian Travis on July 5, 1960 in
Johnson City, NY.
Attended Elementary and High School in
Montrose, PA.
Protégé of Robert Thrasher, former President of
the
Magician's Alliance of Eastern States. (Pictured on
right
with a 14-year-old Toby following one of their many
performances together!)
Performed with "The New Commandment" vocal
group.
Received several Silver & Gold Medals for vocal
competitions as a teenager, as well as the staring role in
half a dozen community theater productions.
Studied music, broadcasting, acting, and
biblical studies at
Northwestern
College, Roseville, MN.
Commended for "Excellence in Acting" by the
American Theater Association in 1979 for his role in the
musical "Carnival."
Named
"Best
New Magician of The Year" in 1980.
Completed both a Bachelor of Theology and a
Masters of Religious Education from Trinity Theological
Seminary with high honors.
Served as a Program Director and then as a
Special Representative for
Youth For
Christ/USA.
Served as an Assistant Pastor for 3 years while
completing his academic studies.
Released solo contemporary Christian album in
1985.
Toured with illusionist and mentor
Andre
Kole, 1987-1988.
Produced and starred in one of the largest
touring illusion shows touring throughout the USA from
1988-2003.
President of T.T.M., Inc., Binghamton, NY,
1987-1999.
Authored "The Professional Amateur: A Handbook
for Variety Artists"
Wrote & hosted "Searching The Supernatural"
audio series.
In 1997 Toby participated in the first
"South Asia Project" - utilizing
entertainers to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with many
of the most unreached people groups in the world today. Then
he coordinated the project for many years, reaching millions
of the unreached and assisting hundreds of churches and
para-church ministries. Toby continues to participate in
this project, committing several weeks of his international
schedule each year to South Asia.
Vice-President,
Faith
Studies International, Chaska, MN, 1999-2002.
Special Guest of "Friend to Friend" video
series.
Presenter with Dr. Don Bierle on the "FaithSearch"
DVD.
Associate of the Inner
Magic Circle with Silver Star, London, England.
President of the Christian Consortium on the
Paranormal.
President, Ministry Arts for Global Impact,
2002-2007.
Released the "KNOWFooling"
DVD.
Currently serving as the Global Field
Representative for
Ripe For Harvest World Outreach, as well as working on
two new books, one that provides a biblical world-view of
the paranormal, and another on the effective use of
entertainment events for community outreach (currently
available as a FREE download e-book
HERE).
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