What Do You Do? I hate that question. You meet somebody and they ask, “what do you do?” For some, it is an opportunity to shine. They brighten up and proudly share their accomplishments with anyone who will listen. The thing is, I have the...
Sometimes I can be a real idiot. In the last article I wrote about the cracked wheel on my Porter Case. I tried to fix it with Sugru Molding Glue. And it worked – mostly. I didn’t have the time to pull off the wheel and grind it round, so it...
Even if you only perform in your city/state, you may find this article useful. I have to catch a plane to most of my shows. Anyone who flies often, can share horror stories of airline experiences. If they can’t, they don’t fly often enough! Let’s...
People are more connected than ever. A million television channels, Youtube and internet stream instantly to your mobile device. By instantly, I mean lightening speed. (Unless you are in a hurry!) Add into that everyday life. Things happen that divide your attention....
Today’s article was guest written by Mark Wade. To contact Mark Wade: kidshowvent@gmail.com It happens to all of us … you’re very busy doing shows almost everyday and suddenly you get a “dry spell” with nothing going on. What can you do tohelp you maintain...
You are talking with a potential client. The show would be perfect for you and you really could use the cash. Then they say: “You are too expensive.” There could be many reasons this sentence comes out of the client’s mouth. Maybe they aren’t...
Today’s blog post is guest written by Mark Wade! Thanks for sharing and helping with the blog Mark. Many of us , me included, need inspiration to write great comedy material. But think about it..where do you get your inspiration? I think we could even be better...
Will ventriloquism in 2020 be any different than in the past? It can be if you make a concentrated effort to improve yourself during the coming year. 1. Start by making a list. What improvements to your ventriloquism would you like to make during 2020? Create a list....
I celebrate Christmas and for the next few weeks I am taking off from the blog to enjoy the holiday and New Years. No matter what religion or lack thereof, what holidays you celebrate or those you don’t – I’d like to wish you the best of the season...
Everyone wants to take their career, their talent and their skills to the next level. For a ventriloquist, that may mean perfecting their lip control. Or mastering manipulation. Or going from an amateur to a professional, or even beyond professional to becoming a...
