Jul 1, 2019
If I seem to hit on this subject a lot lately, it is because I see things happen and get emails about how to become famous almost every day. 20 years ago, ventriloquism wasn’t as popular as it is now. People wanted to learn the art to have fun. But today, about...
Jun 24, 2019
Everyone has favorite movies.It may be one you saw as a child. Or one you watched last night on television.In this post I want to share some of my favorite movies and what I have learned as a result of watching them.The movies will be in no particular order. I...
Jun 17, 2019
Queen sang these lyrics in 1989 and had a hit.The words still sum up today’s culture and the instant gratification that comes from a perceived privilege that many share.Today, people see Darci Lynn win America’s Got Talent and think – I can do this...
Jun 3, 2019
Something is off. The ventriloquist doesn’t move their lips. His or her puppet is moving. But something, something is just not right. It doesn’t feel right. It doesn’t look quite right. And as a result, the illusion of life just is not there. And...
May 27, 2019
Photo by Justin Casey on Unsplash On Memorial Day, citizens of the United States celebrate Memorial Day – a day when we remember and honor our veterans. Then we grill out, eat and drink. Putting aside any feelings of animosity and reasons behind any conflict,...
May 20, 2019
You have spent some money on vent.You learned how to do it. You bought a puppet.Now you want to earn some money performing.Everyone offers advice on how to get shows. So I thought I would turn the tables.Here are 11 bad ways to promote your act. 1. Tell people you...
May 13, 2019
Variety entertainers sometimes seem to get lost in their own little worlds.They look at what others in their art are doing and copy, or in some cases “present a tribute.” There are plenty of instances where comics have been called out for stealing jokes,...
May 6, 2019
A is for the Southwest Ventriloquist Club. (WHAT?) Well, Eddie Siller is based in Arizona … A can also be for audience – without them you have no show.B is for Breathing. Deep breathing is important to create clear speech for your characters.C is for...
Apr 29, 2019
This week I want to give a shout out to some people I really admire and appreciate.Obviously I can’t list everyone, and if you don’t find your name below, please don’t take it wrong.Maybe I just want to remain a secret admirer of you …First and...
Apr 22, 2019
It is Easter Monday – and while I don’t usually discuss religion on this blog, I wanted to share one of my favorite Easter Memes with you. The regular blog will return next week. ← My...
