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Ventriloquists' Guild
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12d •
Ventriloquist Convention
I am so looking forward to celebrating 50 years at the Ventriloquist Convention. I have not been at a convention for almost 20 years. I am always working but this year I asked the theater for the week off and believe it or not he said yes. So I leave for the airport in a few minutes. I will send you all a report and pictures. Talk to you all soon.
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Hav fun! I want to go someday
Jun 10 •
Stage Fright
Does anyone here experience stage fright? I used to, and the way I learned to cure that was concentrating on my act and what I need to do. (ie my mission). The more I speak to my figure and focus on my routine the more everything takes care of itself. I think some stage fright is normal. Has anyone else ever dealt with this, and how did you overcome it?
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Actually, my stage fright was when I worked for a nonprofit, and I had to provide trainings to teachers and other advocates. When I learned from this was the more you learn about what you need to teach, the more comfortable you will be. But I do remember being very nervous the first time. And when I started puppeteering 30 years ago, I was doing it with my best friend and we were just having so much fun that it didn’t even occurred to me to be nervous. Plus, I figured the kids don’t know what our lines are, and we could sometimes wing it if we had to.
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@Tommy Manzie I want to go to a convention sometime. I’ve only been doing ventriloquism for a year, but I have been puppeteering for a total of 16 years. I never thought I would even try eventually ventriloquism! I’m glad I did!
May 28 •
Taking Risks
I am now working on perfecting two puppets at once during my live shows. What are some risks the vents in this community are taking onstage? (Please keep these safe and family friendly. Just a reminder).
1 like • Jun 6
I do this, it requires a lot of practice. Last time I did it, my husband recorded. I saw so many mistakes! I was good on the voice switching, but they weren’t acting alive as usual. It’s hard….. but between having to switch voices and keeping the other puppet active and moving around at the same time is a challenge. Video it. Helps a lot!
May 31 •
Funniest Story in Working With Kids
Once I did a show for kids and I before I brought out my puppets I said, “So what kind of puppeteer am I?” This little girl raised her hand and said, “I know what you are. You’re an adult!” (My mother would disagree). What are some of your fave stories?
1 like • Jun 6
This happened to me last week! I hope it’s ok to link to instagram? https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZN9CYjxzft/?igsh=MTduNHpuZ2lqbGxtZw==
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@sharon-m-johnson-4018
I have been a professional puppeteer for a total of 15 combined years. I started to learn ventriloquism about a year ago. It is so much fun!
Active 18d ago
Joined May 5, 2026