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James Wedgwood, comic ventriloquist
 A James Wedgwood show is “as much fun as you can have without moving your lips!” James uses both traditional comic ventriloquism along with cutting edge props and skills to create a unique show full of laughs and audience participation.
James’ show is a variety show in and of itself. He makes virtually everything talk – from a variety of great characters to purses, brooms, bottles, and audience members (yes, they open their mouth and he puts in the words). Game shows, tap-dancing, singing (without moving his lips!) and much more are all part of the fun.
 James is a true professional and a wonderful option for corporate events and fairs and festivals and other special events. He can tailor his show to whatever the age and make-up of the particular audience. He truly is that good!
Fast Facts about ventriloquist James Wedgwood:
James Wedgwood majored in Theater and graduated with a B.A. degree from Indiana. He won the “Best Actor” in Indianapolis award in 1980 and has been a full-time ventriloquist since 1988.
Career Highlights:
- National TV appearances on “The Statler Brothers Show” and “Crook and Chase”
- Took first place overall in 13th annual Jackpot Junction Casino talent competition
- Worked with The Statler Brothers, Chubby Checker, Crook & Chase, Janie Lee Frickey, Glenn Campbell, Genie C. Riley
- Making thousands of people laugh
Just a few of the clients James Wedgwood has performed for:
- IBM
- 3M
- Cenex/Land O’ Lakes
- Pillsbury
- University of MN
- University of WI
- MN State Fair
- Nebraska State Fair
- Sheldon Theatre
- Acme Comedy Company
Any unique things about your act?
My show is totally self-contained with sound and lights, and everything for audiences for up to 500. It includes audience participation, tap dancing (with a talking broom), a slide show where appropriate, and lots of variety.
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What people are saying:
“The act was so much fun that people forgot how much effort and skill it took for Wedgwood to “throw” his voice…”
--The Redwing Eagle
“I have received numerous compliments that “this was the best entertainment” we’ve offered in our 10 years of our annual Christmas parties. Hats off to you!”
--Charter Bank
“Some people never stopped laughing. It was an excellent blend of performing skills coupled with humor that kept the audience’s attention at all times.”
--Pioneer Seed
“Our guests have made comments that they laughed until tears were running. Sometimes in the retelling, they are still laughing hard!”
--Phelps Mill Festival
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In order to give you the best performance possible, James provides the following rider as an attached agreement to the contract.
- Minimum stage requirement is 8’ deep and 12’ long. James uses many people on stage and this size is needed for their safety and his.
- The stage should be set as close to the audience as possible with care taken to keep seating in front of the stage as much as possible. Also, please place stage in a well-lit area. James’ program is very visual, so lighting is important. If good lighting is not available in the room, please let James know in advance so he can be sure to bring whatever lights are needed. James can be contacted directly at (651) 227-7180.
- James provides his own sound for most applications up to 500 people. If you need more volume, please contact G.L. Berg or James at the numbers listed below.
- James’ load-in and set-up takes approximately one hour for a 45-minute show and one and one-half hours for an hour long show. Please remember to schedule accordingly. Tear-down for both shows is approximately 30 minutes.
- If dinner is being served prior to the show, James requests you inform the catering staff NOT to clear dishes during the show as this creates a great disturbance.
- Please provide an emergency number in case James needs to get in contact with purchaser during non-office hours..
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