How to Talk Without Moving Your Lips (The Right Way)

How to Talk Without Moving Your Lips (The Right Way)

If you’ve ever searched how to talk without moving your lips, you’ve probably run into a ton of bad advice. The problem is, most beginners don’t realize it’s bad. They’re doing their best to learn and just follow what they find online. But here’s the...
How Long Should A Ventriloquist Script Be?

How Long Should A Ventriloquist Script Be?

Exactly how long should a ventriloquist script be?   That is a great question that came to me in an email recently.  I’m going to paraphrase the email here: I’ve looked on the forums and online but can’t find an answer to this:I’m finding that a script topic (in...
Underrated Ventriloquists Who Made an Impact

Underrated Ventriloquists Who Made an Impact

When people think about ventriloquism, a few big names usually come to mind. But the truth is, a lot of talented ventriloquists have quietly made a huge impact on the art, without ever becoming household names. These underrated performers helped shape ventriloquism,...
The Best Children’s Ventriloquism Performances

The Best Children’s Ventriloquism Performances

Children’s ventriloquism performances bring a unique charm to the art of ventriloquism. These performances can mean two things: the incredible talents of young ventriloquists showcasing their skills or shows created by  performers specifically to entertain children....
The Decline of Ventriloquism in the Mid-20th Century

The Decline of Ventriloquism in the Mid-20th Century

Ventriloquism, a thriving art form at the turn of the 20th century, faced a significant decline during the mid-to-late 1900’s. During a time of fewer opportunities for performers and shifting audience preferences, the craft struggled to maintain its place in...
Comedy for Ventriloquists: How To Write Comedy Scripts

Comedy for Ventriloquists: How To Write Comedy Scripts

Creating comedy for your ventriloquism act is one of the most rewarding parts of our art. Hearing an audience laugh at a joke you wrote is addicting.  It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting out or looking to freshen up old material, the key is to keep it...
Women in the History of Ventriloquism

Women in the History of Ventriloquism

Ventriloquism is a fun, amazing art, where people (ventriloquists) make puppets come to life and appear to talk. The art has been around for a long time, and many performers have helped make it popular. Women have played a big part in ventriloquism, bringing new...
Tips for Adding Music to Your Ventriloquism Act

Tips for Adding Music to Your Ventriloquism Act

Music can help make your ventriloquism act a dynamic and unforgettable experience. From singing with your puppet, to using sound effects, or higlighting the act with walk-on music, incorporating music adds depth and professionalism to your performance. Today,...
Voice Throwing Explained

Voice Throwing Explained

If you want to learn how to throw your voice, you are in the right place! Throwing your voice is a fascinating skill often associated with ventriloquism, but it’s not as mysterious as it may seem. While it might sound like the voice is coming from somewhere else, it’s...
How to Perform Your First Ventriloquism Act

How to Perform Your First Ventriloquism Act

Performing your first ventriloquism act is an exciting milestone! It’s your chance to bring your puppet to life and entertain an audience. But let’s face it—stepping on stage for the first time can feel a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry! I have done thousands of shows...