Jul 26, 2018
On July 2nd, Mark Wade did a guest blog ( Vents Need To Support Our ONLY Organization ) here on the Maher Studios forum. He discussed how ventriloquists should support the I.V.S., ventriloquism’s only international organization. This created some interesting...
Jul 23, 2018
I said last week that there would be no post this week. What can I say? I’m an over-achiever. Actually, this isn’t a blog post. This is a question … If you went to the ConVENTion, what stood out for you this year? What made the event worthwhile for...
Jul 9, 2018
I received an email a few weeks ago with a question many new vents (and even some older) have asked. What type of figure should I use?. Should I use the (insert type of puppet/figure) I already have? Or should I get a (insert famous puppet) type character like (insert...
Jul 2, 2018
Today’s article is by guest blogger – Mark Wade. Take a look at other entertainer’s organizations. The magic world has the International Brotherhood of Magicians and the Society of American Magicians; the clown world has World Clown organization and...
Jun 18, 2018
How To Become Famous As A Ventriloquist Or Become Famous At What You Do … No doubt there are already those thinking – well YOU aren’t famous – so how would you know? Why should I listen to you? True, I’m not. And what is more...
Jun 4, 2018
At one time, I felt I needed a phone script to talk with prospective clients. I was never sure what to say. Or what to ask. Over the years, I’ve realized I don’t need a script. I know what I need for my performance. I ask a bunch of questions. And I...
May 21, 2018
The other day I was surfing around the Internet and came across an article published by the New York Times on January 2, 2000. It’s title: The Lives They Lived: Questions for Tim Robbins; Body Double You can read it here if you’d like … The reporter...
May 14, 2018
Are you using email to reach prospects? Are you getting results? Email is a cost effective way to get your information into the hands of potential clients. The problem is, if you don’t do it correctly, you’ll get no response, or worse, they could label you...
May 7, 2018
Have you ever noticed how some entertainers whine they don’t have any shows? I see it on social media all the time. That’s a huge no-no! I outlined how it can hurt you in my Improving Your Vent Brand lecture from the 2017 Vent Haven ConVENTion. If your...
Apr 30, 2018
As a ventriloquist you have a lot on your mind during a show. You must manipulate the puppet, synchronize its mouth, change your voice, remember your script, control your lips, etc. etc. These skills need to look effortless. If they don’t, the audience will...
