Indispensable, step-by-step guide tells absolute beginners everything they need to know to become a polished and entertaining ventriloquist, including how to develop the art of speaking without lip movement, how to perfect dialogues and special effects, how to use props, write and memorize scripts, plan a show, and much more.
How to Become a Ventriloquist by Edgar Bergen Easy-to-follow guide offers expert advice from an internationally renowned performer. Helpful tips on "near" ventriloquism, the doll dummy, hand puppets, shadowgraphs and cardboard dummies, staging and entertainment, "distant" ventriloquism, more. 48 illustrations.
The Art of Pantomime by Charles Aubert A well-illustrated analysis of pantomime's extensive variety of emotional expressions, attainable through attitude and gesture, features advice on exercises, use of theatrical accessories, writing, and staging. 196 black-and-white illustrations.
Making Puppets Come Alive: How to Learn and Teach Hand Puppetry by Larry Engler, Carol Fijan Lucid, easy-to-follow book teaches beginners how to create a full working range of puppet motions and emotions. Also covers elements of good puppet theatrical technique.
