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"Uncle" Bill DeMar (1931-2015) was an icon among ventriloquists. Known
for his amazingly-lifelike manipulation of his puppets and his attention
to the smallest of details, Bill was a crowd favorite no matter where
he performed. And he performed everywhere.
From banquets to revue shows to school shows to theaters to nightclubs,
he lived the life of a show biz pro. He traveled internationally with
the Ink Spots and the Harmonica Rascals. He was performing at Jack
Ruby's Carousel Club when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated and
was later interviewed by the Warren Commission. Bill lived an amazing
life with a common thread throughout... his love of performing
ventriloquism and his desire to help others learn it.
This book is an expanded, updated edition of three other projects Bill and I (tom Ladshaw) produced previously. "Ventriloquism... and Related Subjects" contains
complete instructions on how to become a ventriloquist (speaking
without moving the lips, developing character voices, etc.), plus
professional advice on many related additional topics (sound, lighting,
the breath, wardrobe, props, manipulation of puppets, the distant voice,
introductions, soft puppets, overcoming stage fright, and much, much
more). If you've ever thought you'd like to learn to be a ventriloquist,
Bill's method is easy to learn and SURE-FIRE. If you know someone who
is interested in learning the unique art of ventriloquism, this detailed
book would be a wonderful gift.
In addition to the "how-to" section, you'll read Bill's life story in
his own words. You'll see Bill's "photo scrapbook", including many
previously unpublished photos from Bill's lifetime career, starting with
his days in the U.S. Army's Special Services Entertainment Unit. Also
included are what Bill liked to call "nuggets"... bits of wisdom and
advice from a long-time working pro.
Features a Foreword by Jeff Dunham and an Introduction by Jimmy Nelson.
This 8-1/2" x 11", 130 page book with more than 100 photos is Bill's
legacy to the ventriloquist community. Whether seasoned pro or brand new
beginner, there's invaluable "must have" information here for everyone.
EACH COPY OF THE BOOK COMES WITH A "SAMPLE" DVD, FEATURING BILL WITH SOME OF HIS ZANY CHARACTERS.
NOTE - I will be happy to sign your copy of the book. Just ask!
PLEASE NOTE - If you are not ordering for U.S.
delivery, you MUST contact me BEFORE ordering to determine shipping
options and rates. The flat rate postage fee DOES NOT APPLY to orders
shipped OUTSIDE the United States. Simply send me a list of the items
you wish to order and I'll get back to you with the shipping options and
rates. Once you decide how you'd like the order shipped, I can send a
PayPal invoice directly to you (or we can work out other payment
arrangements, if necessary). Thank you!
Ventriloquism ...and Related Subjects: The Life and Legacy of Bill DeMar as Told to Tom Ladshaw - Book
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