Tobi Gadison
- Actor
- Producer
- Director
Award-nominated actor, community builder and burgeoning musical talent,
Tobi Gadison known for his dynamic stewardship can take the helm of a
gripping production, intensify any dramatic situation as well as add
well-timed comedic relief. His varied talents are owed to his early
training in music and theater at Freedom Theater and later Howard
University where he dually mastered majors in music and business. It
was during his college years that Tobi took a hiatus from acting.
Following his family across the Eastern seaboard, Gadison, hailing from
Washington, DC, came to adulthood in Philadelphia and then relocated to
New Orleans after obtaining his degree. Already armed with a cadre of
popular commercials and numerous leading theater roles that toured him
across the country, Tobi quickly advanced in his endeavors to secure
roles in the realm of film. The start of his impressive bevy of
accolades and coveted positions include his explosive role in
award-winning biographical film, "Ray," comedic yet sardonic character
in, "The Dukes of Hazzard," upbeat depiction alongside Lindsay Lohan
in, "Just My Luck" and Gadison's portrayal in Jerry Bruckheimer's
gripping athletic drama, "Glory Road" among many more notable roles.
Since embarking upon his venture into acting, Gadison had experienced
unprecedented growth in his career until the devastation of Hurricane
Katrina when he made the bold decision to relocate to his childhood
hometown of Philadelphia. There, his humble beginnings were expected to
being renewed, however Gadison continued to amass success starring in
several plays and independent films.
Above and beyond the rigorous duty of acting and inspired by means of
xxx, Gadison made a whole-heartedly foray into philanthropy by
co-founding the Manifesto Consulting Group (MCG), LLC, a creative
venture group. Shortly after commencement in the" City of Brotherly
Love" and a mecca for the Arts, MCG's rapidly growing reputation
dredged up a whirlwind of momentum as the organization developed The
Hip Hop Art Program, where dynamic workshops at Temple University; as
well as The Actors' Institute, which was held at New Freedom Theatre
and bolstered and exhaustive curriculum which helped transition many
actors into working actors. Ultimately, The United Way was compelled to
select MCG for the specially regarded Hip Hop Arts training program for
their administrators and affiliates, assisting them to help teach their
students literacy through the aesthetic of Hip Hop.
Never resting on his laurels, Gadison has been an integral asset to
many indie films as Producer, Director and Actor garnering recognition
and nomination for awards from organizations such as the luminous
American Black Film Festival. Furthermore, Gadison diversifies his
times by serving as the Senior Founding Partner of The Creative
Quarters, an entertainment production company which recently launched
its flagship show called ASCENSION. Highly committed to the upward
mobility of like-minded artists, Gadson dedicated a significant amount
of time on the Board of Directors and the Artistic Board Committee for
the New Freedom Theatre where coincidentally and fortunately, commenced
his journey as a young actor. Seeking to inspire and motivate young
adults through innovative and sustainable programs in the Arts,
Gadison, Dir. of Creative & Strategic Planning for iChoose2Live, has
facilitated the art, education and community outreach for countless
projects. Furthermore, having produced the documentary, Generation:
Next for BET's Wrap-It-Up Program, which targeted how popular culture
affects issues such as, bullying, suicide prevention and sexual health,
Tobi Gadison is an exemplary oracle and advocate for the Arts and the
under served.
Tobi Gadison known for his dynamic stewardship can take the helm of a
gripping production, intensify any dramatic situation as well as add
well-timed comedic relief. His varied talents are owed to his early
training in music and theater at Freedom Theater and later Howard
University where he dually mastered majors in music and business. It
was during his college years that Tobi took a hiatus from acting.
Following his family across the Eastern seaboard, Gadison, hailing from
Washington, DC, came to adulthood in Philadelphia and then relocated to
New Orleans after obtaining his degree. Already armed with a cadre of
popular commercials and numerous leading theater roles that toured him
across the country, Tobi quickly advanced in his endeavors to secure
roles in the realm of film. The start of his impressive bevy of
accolades and coveted positions include his explosive role in
award-winning biographical film, "Ray," comedic yet sardonic character
in, "The Dukes of Hazzard," upbeat depiction alongside Lindsay Lohan
in, "Just My Luck" and Gadison's portrayal in Jerry Bruckheimer's
gripping athletic drama, "Glory Road" among many more notable roles.
Since embarking upon his venture into acting, Gadison had experienced
unprecedented growth in his career until the devastation of Hurricane
Katrina when he made the bold decision to relocate to his childhood
hometown of Philadelphia. There, his humble beginnings were expected to
being renewed, however Gadison continued to amass success starring in
several plays and independent films.
Above and beyond the rigorous duty of acting and inspired by means of
xxx, Gadison made a whole-heartedly foray into philanthropy by
co-founding the Manifesto Consulting Group (MCG), LLC, a creative
venture group. Shortly after commencement in the" City of Brotherly
Love" and a mecca for the Arts, MCG's rapidly growing reputation
dredged up a whirlwind of momentum as the organization developed The
Hip Hop Art Program, where dynamic workshops at Temple University; as
well as The Actors' Institute, which was held at New Freedom Theatre
and bolstered and exhaustive curriculum which helped transition many
actors into working actors. Ultimately, The United Way was compelled to
select MCG for the specially regarded Hip Hop Arts training program for
their administrators and affiliates, assisting them to help teach their
students literacy through the aesthetic of Hip Hop.
Never resting on his laurels, Gadison has been an integral asset to
many indie films as Producer, Director and Actor garnering recognition
and nomination for awards from organizations such as the luminous
American Black Film Festival. Furthermore, Gadison diversifies his
times by serving as the Senior Founding Partner of The Creative
Quarters, an entertainment production company which recently launched
its flagship show called ASCENSION. Highly committed to the upward
mobility of like-minded artists, Gadson dedicated a significant amount
of time on the Board of Directors and the Artistic Board Committee for
the New Freedom Theatre where coincidentally and fortunately, commenced
his journey as a young actor. Seeking to inspire and motivate young
adults through innovative and sustainable programs in the Arts,
Gadison, Dir. of Creative & Strategic Planning for iChoose2Live, has
facilitated the art, education and community outreach for countless
projects. Furthermore, having produced the documentary, Generation:
Next for BET's Wrap-It-Up Program, which targeted how popular culture
affects issues such as, bullying, suicide prevention and sexual health,
Tobi Gadison is an exemplary oracle and advocate for the Arts and the
under served.