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Be Unique…

by Tom Crowl | Mar 21, 2014 | Jim Barber, Ventriloquism Course, Ventriloquism Tip, Ventriloquist Interview

Jim Barber shares a basic bit of knowledge that so many people know, yet few follow. Ken Groves talked about this problem in the first issue of the IVS Spotlight for the International Ventriloquist Society. In the day and age of Youtube – video of your act can...

Dealing With The Fear Of Public Speaking

by Tom Crowl | Mar 20, 2014 | Jay Johnson, Ventriloquism Tip, Ventriloquist Interview

If you are afraid of getting in front of an audience, Jay lays out the basic fact that no one is perfect the first time they walk on-stage. By getting out there and giving it your best shot, you overcome the fear through experience. If you deal with stage fright,...

Paying Your Rent…

by Tom Crowl | Mar 19, 2014 | Jim Barber, Ventriloquist Interview

This short clip from my Discussions On Showmanship interview with Jim Barber builds upon the clip we did the other day. Sometimes it takes a bit of creativity to succeed and grow as an artist.

How To Succeed In Show Business

by Tom Crowl | Mar 18, 2014 | Jim Barber, Ventriloquist Interview

Jim Barber shares the story of how the Hamner-Barber Theatre came into existence. There are plenty of stories of perseverance and how it led to success. People like Colonel Sanders, Walt Disney and many more. If you want to be inspired – check out: Extraordinary...

Timing

by Tom Crowl | Mar 17, 2014 | Ventriloquism Tip

Here is another Entertainment Experts clip from my course Discussions On Showmanship where I talk with Artistic Director Joanie Spina about timing. Think about her statement! It can help you elevate your performance.

Ad-Libs – What are they?

by Tom Crowl | Mar 15, 2014 | Jay Johnson, Ventriloquism Tip, Ventriloquist Interview

Another clip from my interview with Jay Johnson for the Discussions On Showmanship course. Here, Jay shares something that many performers don’t understand. This is an important piece of the puzzle to raise yourself from performer to entertainer.

Tips To Improve Your Act

by Tom Crowl | Mar 14, 2014 | Terry Fator, Ventriloquism Tip, Ventriloquist, Ventriloquist Interview

Terry Fator shares a tip that will allow you to improve your act. Listening to others can sometimes hurt the ego, but putting that aside can allow you to see how others perceive your presentation and grow as a performer. Note – that doesn’t mean you have...

Stage Experience

by Tom Crowl | Mar 13, 2014 | Ventriloquism Tip, Ventriloquist Interview

Today, Branson headliner Todd Oliver shares some great advice to help you improve your skills as a performer. If you haven’t seen Todd work, check out his DVD – The Funny Dogs – Todd Oliver & Irving here.

Career Struggles

by Tom Crowl | Mar 12, 2014 | Ventriloquism Tip, Ventriloquist Interview

Terry Fator talks about his career struggles and how it changed him. Everyone suffers ups and downs. Artists tend to have high highs and low lows. I know I do – and they are no fun. Never feel you are alone, or that bad things only happen to you. The key is to...

Packing Lists

by Tom Crowl | Mar 11, 2014 | Ventriloquism Tip

This tip is from professional juggler and now – amateur ventriloquist Niels Duinker. Niels took the Learn-Ventriloquism course to learn how to be a ventriloquist, and now carries a puppet with him on his travels to practice. It doesn’t matter if you are...