Ventriloquist Central Newsletter

February Newsletter

Comments from Dan

Welcome to another edition of the Ventriloquist Central Newsletter. Can you believe that February is already here? Time sure flies.

If you’re a regular reader of the Ventriloquist Central blog, then you know that we made a change and now it has a “New Look”. Instead of me writing about why we decided to do this, I thought I would ask Steve, my partner and webmaster to explain.

So, Steve….take it away….

Thanks Dan, yes we have made changes to the Ventriloquist Central blog and more changes will be coming in the weeks and months to the Ventriloquist Central website.

Now right off the bat I don’t want anyone to panic. I know how we as humans tend to like things the way they are and can be resistant to change. But there are good reasons for these changes.

First and foremost, the Ventriloquist Central website has grown by leaps and bounds. Far more than Dan or I had ever imagined. In fact the visitors to our site have grown at a rate of 5 times more over last year than the previous year. THANKS to each and every one of YOU for making this happen.

Plus, we keep providing as much information as we can that we think you would enjoy seeing. Between all the information and the major influx of visitors, Ventriloquist Central is busting at the seams.

Now I don’t want to get too technical but the technology that the site was built on in the beginning is now outdated and needs to be updated (badly!!!). That is the major reason for the changes. Otherwise, I don’t think the present website will be able to keep handling the growth that Ventriloquist Central is experiencing.

But along the way there may be a few bumps in the road (Murphy’s Law)….so at anytime if you experience problems with the website, please email me so I can take care of the situation.

By the way, even though you can get to the new blog using the old website address, it won't be that way forever. So be sure to change any bookmarks or links to the new address which is:

http://www.ventriloquistcentralblog.com

On the bright side, these changes will allow us to offer more types of information to you dealing with our wonderful art of ventriloquism as we progress to the future. And, we also want YOU to keep sending in YOUR information so that we can share it with the readers of Ventriloquist Central.

We are confident that in the long run, you’ll love the new changes coming.

Dan....back to you...

Thanks, Steve for the explanation. Couldn’t have said it better myself.

Enjoy the rest of the newsletter.

Learn the "Secrets of Ventriloquism"

Now YOU can learn the Art of Ventriloquism with this truly remarkable new course, “Secrets of Ventriloquism.” This course combines the secrets of the past by one of the great ventriloquist with current thoughts and ideas of modern day ventriloquists.

"I've been listening to it and there are some things on it I've not heard from any other source. Anyone who wants to know some true secrets will probably want to consider getting this one."
David Thrasher

www.SecretsofVentriloquism.com

Blogs You May Have Missed On Ventriloquist Central

Ventriloquist Figure Builder, Scott Bryte, He's FINISHED!!!

By now you should know all about the ventriloquist figure that Scott Bryte was building (and has finished) for Keith Suranna. Keith has been kind enough to send us pictures of the progress and now he’s FINISHED!

Video Collecting Series – Johnny Main's Archie

Here is a great video showing Johnny Main’s “Archie”. This is a great Frank Marshall ventriloquist figure.

To Be or Not To Be a Be Ventriloquist – By Bob Abdou

Once again, Bob has sent us the gem:

Ventriloquist Central Video Collecting Series – A Rare Louis Grannat Figure

Enjoy this video of a rare Louis Grannat figure.

Ventriloquist Central Video Collecting Series – Johnny Main's Coco

Here’s a great look at one of Johnny Main’s figures, Coco.

Ventriloquist Central Video Collecting Series – Frank Marshall's Ricki-Tik

Here is a video showing Frank Marshall’s Ricki-Tik.

Of course we had many other blogs throughout the month of January, so be sure to check them all out, just in case you might have missed one.

January Archives

“The ULTIMATE Guide To Building Your Own Ventriloquist Figure, Volume 1”

“The ULTIMATE Guide To Building Your Own Ventriloquist Figure, Volume 1” is a step-by-step system from start to finish, so you can create your very own ventriloquist figure. Now you can become a ventriloquist figure builder. This guide will answers all your questions, show you all the short-cuts, and give you a quick and easy paint-by-the-numbers way to making your own ventriloquist figure-- even if you don’t think you can do it.

"Hi Steve,

I purchased the “The ULTIMATE Guide To Building Your Own Ventriloquist Figure, Volume 1”, from you last year and have finished my dummy now.

It has not taken that long to do but I have only been able to do little bits to it here and there so thats where the months have gone.

I would love to take this opportunity to thank you for putting this course together. Building a dummy has been a long term ambition of mine right from child hood when I used to make cardboard dummies.

Now all I need to finish the one I have made from your course is to clothe him. As soon as I have clothes for him I will send some photos for you to see.

Any way thanks again and look forward to hearing from you in the future."

Regards
Shane West
www.unclezoobee.co.uk

"The DVD course is everything your advertisement claims it to be! It is truly worth much more than the amount asked! Thank you very much."

Theo Roos
South Africa

"Steve, I purchased your Ultimate Guide To Building Your Own Ventriloquist Figure Vol.1 DVD's just over five months ago. Let me first say, these are a MUST HAVE! I have always wanted to build my own figure and your DVD's gave me the confidence to get started as well as valuable information with the whole process! I took your advice on using the Fast Mache' method and it works! That advice in itself saved me a lot of frustration since this was my first time at figure making. I now know I can begin my second figure and it will be even more exciting than the first one. The information in the Ultimate Guide DVD's are invaluable! I enjoy watching them over and over again to gain more insight on figure building. I can't wait to get into the mold making process and duplicate one of my own figure heads! The Ultimate Guide DVD's were exactly what I was looking for and needed! Thanks so much for creating them. You truly are an inspiration to me with all the nuts and bolts of information you share in order to produce a ventriloquist figure."

Thanks Again!
Ron Cataldo

“The ULTIMATE Guide To Building Your Own Ventriloquist Figure, Volume 1”

Ventriloquist Marketplace

We have had quite a bit of activity on the Ventriloquist Marketplace. In fact, one figure I listed sold within a couple of hours of listing it, so be sure you keep checking it out.

Ventriloquist Marketplace

You're invited to this exclusive Ventriloquist Central
'History Making' event...

We've EXTENDED the Early Bird Special...

The Ventriloquist Central Birthday Bash

The Ventriloquist Central Birthday Bash is going to be held in Boston, at the Hyatt Place Boston/Medford, on Saturday, October 8, 2011, with helpful presentations, expert presenters, professional entertainment, plus getting to see the Ventriloquist Central Collection and not to mention you’ll have a great time. IMPORTANT....we can only handle 70 people. So sign up now.

For more, go here:

Ventriloquist Central Birthday Bash

Pictures of Figures Added to the Website

Miniature Sailor Ventriloquist Figure from the 1950's

When I saw this little fellow I knew I had to buy him.

JC Turner Ventriloquist Figure 1940′s

JC Turner was the figure that was used by almost every ventriloquist during the golden age if you were going to do ventriloquism. I guess you could compare him to Maher Studios of today. He was a prolific builder and his figures were sold by magic shops all over the country and also by Abbott’s Magic catalogue.

James Tattersall Figure Returns to Ventriloquist Central

James Tattersall is not too well know here in the United States but over in England back in the 1950′s he was very well know for his outrageous full size figures and the amazing act that he did. All of the figures Mr Tattersall used were built by his own hands.

Mortimer Snerd Arrives at Ventriloquist Central Collection

It is with great pleasure that I now show you the fantastic, wood carved, Mortimer Snerd figure which Bob used in the performances he did at the Museum of Radio Broadcasting in Chicago.

For Those Interested In The Art Of Ventriloquism

“The Ventriloquism Historical Information Collection, Volume 1.”

Final Thoughts

I was thrilled and surprised to be deluged with soooo many of your emails because the pre registration “Early Bird Special” had ended at the end of January. A lot of you were asking if could still have the “Early Bird Special” registration offer.

So after talking it over with my partner Steve Hurst we have decided to extend the Pre Registration “Early Bird Special” through Feb 19, 2011 (that's NEXT Saturday).

We already have had quite a number that have signed up so make sure you do it NOW and be assured that you reserve your spot for our Ventriloquist Central Birthday Bash and save yourself some money.

Remember we are limited for space and you do not want to miss this gathering.

http://www.ventriloquistcentral.com/birthdaybash

Don’t you just love birthday parties??!! This one is going to be a Bash!!

Till next time,
Dan