James Wedgwood - Ventriloquist
James Wedgwood does a comedy and ventriloquism program, as well as a history of the art of ventriloquism. He is able to teach patrons in attendance to say a few easy words without moving their lips. The program is a great way to introduce the art form to children, as well as teach adults a little more about the art.
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We expect this program to expand knowledge on how to perform and use technical skills, not just in the art form of ventriloquism, but for all stage performances. We expect our patrons to gain more knowledge on ventriloquism and its history. We expect this program to excite children and pique their interest in ventriloquism and performance art in general through an entertaining and informative program that includes audience participation. Participant evaluations and anecdotal responses will be collected.
Patrons reported that they learned how to make noise without moving the mouth, that it was entertaining and fun to participate in the program, that it keeps kids imaginations open to things that they can do, and it brought awareness to the application of speech patterns to make certain letter sounds.
Edgerton Enterprise Newspaper, KD Radio