Todd E. Johnson

About the Author

Todd E. Johnson is a distinguished theologian and scholar whose work bridges the worlds of faith and performance arts. With a deep-rooted passion for exploring how sacred narratives intersect with theatrical expression, he has dedicated his career to fostering dialogue between theology and the stage. As the holder of the Arthur F. Thurnau Professorship in the Department of Theatre and Drama at Fuller Theological Seminary, Johnson draws on his extensive experience in both academia and the performing arts to illuminate the spiritual dimensions of human creativity. His seminal book, Performing the Sacred: Theology and Theatre in Dialogue (Engaging Culture), exemplifies his innovative approach, inviting readers to reconsider the role of ritual and drama in contemporary worship and culture. Through his writings and teachings, Johnson continues to inspire a new generation of thinkers to embrace the transformative power of interdisciplinary exploration.