 JIMMY
TRAVIS is a multitalented performer
who constantly proves that you can be funny and entertaining without
being offensive!!
As one reviewer put it: "Jimmy Travis took the stage and
within minutes made everyone in the audience feel like his new
best friend. His presentation was witty, clean, and definitely
had something for everyone. His approach to comedy was very refreshing
in a day and age when so many comedians lace their shows with
profanity." VARIETY
Jimmy Travis has made over 50 national television appearances
on such networks as Odyssey, The Family Channel, TNN, The Inspirational
Network and on NBC as part of The Jerry Lewis Parade of Stars.
Jimmy was recently honored as the recipient of the Jimmy Durante
Award. This award is presented annually to a comedian or humorist
and recognizes outstanding achievement in the field of family
entertainment.
A native Floridian, Jimmy attended the University of Florida on
a football scholarship. After graduating with a degree in public
relations, he was hired as a featured performer at Orpyland U.S.A.
in Nashville. After two seasons at Opryland, Jimmy landed a spot
at sax specialist Boots |
Randolph's dinner theatre in world famous
Printers Alley. While at Boots', Jimmy honed his comedic talents
and quickly became known for his clean, unbridled, brand of comedy.
Dozens of superstars from a wide variety of the entertainment world
have chosen Jimmy Travis as their opening act in major concert venues
around the country. Some of these include, Gregory Hines, The Smothers
Brothers, Wynonna, The Righteous Brothers, Loretta Lynn, Barbara
Mandrell, Mark Russell, The Judds, Mel Tillis, Roy Clark, Eddy Arnold,
Crystal Gayle, and Melissa Manchester. The list goes on and on!!!
In
addition to being a hilarious comedian, Jimmy is also a gifted singer,
musician, and songwriter. He will often write an original song in
the middle of his show! "If something funny happens while I'm
on stage then I'm off and running with it. The audience just goes
nuts." His ability to craft a song on the spot and his amazing
improvisational skills make him much more than an ordinary comedian!
For the past decade, Jimmy has been a popular performer at conventions,
conferences, banquets, and special events. Literally hundreds of
companies, associations, and corporations have used |
the unique talents of Jimmy to
help make
their events a huge
success. When Disney launched
their new cruise ship "The
Wonder" they chose Jimmy as
the featured entertainer for the
inaugural voyage.
As business owner, Jimmy and
his wife own and operate a music
publishing and production
company
specializing in Christian
music for children. He is one of the industries most popular writers
and his songs are constantly being performed in churches, schools,
and summer camps across the United States as well as internationally.
Jimmy is a husband, a father, and draws much of his comedy from
the everyday occurrences of family life. He easily relates to audiences
of all ages from all walks of life. Jimmy's talents have taken him
to over 40 countries and he has performed in all 50 states!
Jimmy
Travis is a versatile, proven professional with an outstanding track
record of success. "My goal is simple: It's to help you, make
your event, the very best it can be!"
One guy, one guitar, and One hour of the best entertainment you'll
ever have!!! |
