Category Archives: Ventriloquist Central

Many years ago David Malmberg, a professional ventriloquist, made a deal with Dan Payes buying the rights from Dan Payes for a Thurston style ventriloquist figure with only one eye open. David has used that figure for a long time … Continue reading →

On Monday Al Getler stopped by for a visit. He also brought a little friend with him. Here’s a video with Al as he shows and talks about a Semok figure for the Ventriloquist Central Collection.   ˆᙙ

The other day I did a blog about a Frank Marshall ventriloquist figure made for Canfield Smith (here’s the blog if you missed it). I received a couple of emails with some additional information. The first one came from one … Continue reading →

Many people have differing views about Edgar Bergen and his ventriloquism techniques. But none can argue with his marketing abilities. Back in 1949 this picture and article appeared in publication to promote the Edgar Bergen, Charlie McCarthy radio series. I … Continue reading →

I did try to find out some information on the vent from Philadelphia Pa. but had no replies to any of my postings from anyone so this is the information I was able to find out and it comes from … Continue reading →