Author: Tom Ladshaw
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781534982956
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Languages : en
Pages : 130
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Bill DeMar (1931-2015) was an icon among ventriloquists. Known for his amazingly-lifelike manipulation of his puppets and his attention to the smallest of details, Bill was a crowd favorite no matter where he performed. And he performed everywhere. From banquets to revue shows to school shows to theaters to nightclubs, he lived the life of a show biz pro. He traveled internationally with the Ink Spots and the Harmonica Rascals. He was performing at Jack Ruby's Carousel Club when Kennedy was assassinated and was later interviewed by the Warren Commission. Bill lived an amazing life with a common thread throughout... his love of performing ventriloquism and his desire to help others learn it. This book is an expanded, updated edition of three other projects Bill and the author produced previously. "Ventriloquism... and Related Subjects" contains complete instructions on how to become a ventriloquist (speaking without moving the lips, developing character voices, etc.), plus professional advice on many related additional topics (sound, lighting, the breath, wardrobe, props, manipulation of puppets, the distant voice, introductions, soft puppets, overcoming stage fright, and much, much more). If you've ever thought you'd like to learn to be a ventriloquist, Bill's method is easy to learn and SURE-FIRE. If you know someone who is interested in learning the unique art of ventriloquism, this detailed book would be a wonderful gift. In addition to the "how-to" section, you'll read Bill's life story in his own words. You'll see Bill's "photo scrapbook," including many previously unpublished photos from Bill's lifetime career, starting with his days in the U.S. Army's Special Services Entertainment Unit. Also included are what Bill liked to call "nuggets..". bits of wisdom and advice from a long-time working pro. Features a Foreword by Jeff Dunham and an Introduction by Jimmy Nelson. This 130 page book with more than 100 photos is Bill's legacy to the ventriloquist community. Whether seasoned pro or brand new beginner, there's invaluable "must have" information here for everyone.
Author: Clinton Detweiler
Publisher:
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Category : Ventriloquism
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Author: Henry Cockton
Publisher:
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Category : Ventriloquists
Languages : en
Pages : 780
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Author: Charles Henry Olin
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Category : Ventriloquism
Languages : en
Pages : 214
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Author: David Goldblatt
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136578404
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 318
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This exciting collection of David Goldblatt's essays, available for the first time in one volume, uses the metaphor of ventriloquism to help understand a variety of art world phenomena. It examines how the vocal vacillation between ventriloquist and dummy works within the roles of artist, artwork and audience as a conveyance to the audience of the performer's intentions, emotions and beliefs through a created performative persona. Considering key works, including those of Nietzsche, Foucault, Socrates, Derrida, Cavell and Wittgenstein, Goldblatt examines how the authors use the framework of ventriloquism to construct and negate issues in art and architecture. He ponders 'self-plagiarism'; why the classic philosopher cannot speak for himself, but must voice his thoughts through fictional characters or inanimate objects and works. With a close analysis of two ventriloquist paintings by Jasper Johns and Paul Klee, a critical commentary by Garry L. Hagberg, and preface by series editor Saul Ostrow, Goldblatt's thoroughly fascinating book will be an invaluable asset to students of cultural studies, art, and philosophy.
Author: Paul Winchell
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1447493680
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 100
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This early work is a fascinating read for entertainment enthusiasts. Thoroughly recommended for the bookshelf of the amateur or professional ventriloquist it contains a wealth of information that is still useful and practical today. Contents Include: So You Want To Be a Ventriloquist, From Witchcraft to Music Halls, The Voice-The Beginning of Ventriloquism, How To Build a Dummy-Part 1, How To Build a Dummy-Part 2, Mechanism for Realism-Part 1, Moving Mouth, Mechanism for Realism-Part 2, Moving Eyes, Painting the Dummy and Building the Body, Synchronization and Manipulation, Additional Manipulation, Character, Costume and Conversation, Routines and Sketches, Just for Fun, For Profit, and A Few Conclusions. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author: Don Gaylord Bryan
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1984515063
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 161
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This book is all about ventriloquism, how to do it, the techniques of voice manipulation, and creating the illusion of throwing your voice. I have included a bit of history of the art form and its earliest practitioners. There is a personal section, a chapter of my beginnings and first attempts at building puppets. Also, there is anecdotal material covering my more-than-fifty years as a performing artist. There is a complete section detailing puppet construction, and it offers a wood-carving course, with complete details showing the process of dummy building. Included are useful tips on performance, script writing, puppet manipulation, and stagecraft.
Author: Anon
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
ISBN: 1447491459
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 63
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This vintage book contains a step-by-step guide to ventriloquism, and includes instructions on topics ranging from vocal exercises, to designing and constructing a doll. This detailed handbook contains a wealth of information that will be of considerable utility to the novice ventriloquist, and it would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters include: “Ventriloquism”, “So you Want to be a Ventriloquist”, “How to Build a Dummy – Part I”, “How to Build a Dummy – Part II”, “Routines and Sketches” etcetera. Many antiquarian books such as this are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on ventriloquism.
Author: Harry Kennedy (ventriloquist.)
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Category : Ventriloquism
Languages : en
Pages : 62
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Category : Magic tricks
Languages : en
Pages : 168
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