Ventriloquism Collection

Comedian Ken Dodd with his Diddy Man Dicky Mint at Whitley Bay Playhouse on 9th December 1989

Archie Andrews, Peter Brough and Vera Lynn
Forces Sweetheart Vera Lynn at the BBC, recording with Peter Brough and famous ventriloquist dummy, Archie Andrews, 1944. Lynn had only just returned from a tour of India

Maude Edwards ventriloquist
Maude Edwards (1886 - 1976), female ventriloquist, with her puppeteered dummy Nobbler, stable boy seated upon her knee. Date: 1905

Morecambe & Wise, pictured with a ventriloquist dummy, following a performance at the Newcastle City Hall. ( Eric Morecambe & Ernie Wise.) 25th June, 1977

Keith Harris, ventriloquist and dummy, Orville the Duck, 8th June 1983

Morecambe and Wise appeared at Coventry Theatre for four shows entitled " Eric and Ernie - Two of a Kind!" Back stage they were photographed with Arthur Worsley

Ventriloquist Mr Le-Hurst with his dummy Jimmy - Liverpool
Touring Ventriloquist Mr W. Le-Hurst with his dummy Jimmy - of 167 Liverpool Road, Islington, London. Found in an advertisement for a performance at the Abergavenny Coliseum in November 1915

Ventriloquist JLP01_08_045158
JOHN LAING AND SON LIMITED, PAGE STREET, MILL HILL, BARNET, GREATER LONDON. A ventriloquist entertaining children at a Christmas party

Roger de Courcey ventriloquist with Nookie bear January 1976

Oscar Land, 1950s. Creator: Unknown
Ventriloquists dummy owned by African-American actor and stand-up and TV comedian Stewart Byron " Stu" Gilliam (1933-2013). A male ventriloquist doll made of wood

Miss Nelly Farrens Farewall to the Public, the Benefit Performance at Drury Lane Theatre (litho)
1039437 Miss Nelly Farrens Farewall to the Public, the Benefit Performance at Drury Lane Theatre (litho) by Boyd, Alexander Stuart (1854-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Theatrical billboard advertising a performance by Albert Walker, printed by the Calhoun Steam Printing Company
6030917 Theatrical billboard advertising a performance by Albert Walker, printed by the Calhoun Steam Printing Company, Hartford Connecticut, USA, 1850s (litho) by American School

Theatrical billboard advertising a performance by Albert Walker, printed by the Calhoun Steam Printing Company
6030854 Theatrical billboard advertising a performance by Albert Walker, printed by the Calhoun Steam Printing Company, Hartford Connecticut, USA, 1855 (litho) by American School

Riveting Huddersfield children flocked to see a puppet show at Ravensknowle Park. The show, which featured Bernie the wolf trying to see magical pink medicine

Female ventriloquist entertaining workers during the second world war. 30th June 1942

Keith Harris, young ventriloquist aged 20 years old, pictured with dummy called Minnie and girlfriend Jennifer Crompton, in Chester, 26th February 1968

Aladdin, Pantomime, Photo-call, Birmingham Hippodrome, 20th December 1974. Keith Harris, Ventriloquist and Cuddles the Monkey

Arthur Prince ventriloquist
Arthur Prince (1881 1946), music hall entertainer and ventriloquist, with his puppeteered dummy Sailor Jim, seated upon his knee. Date: 1905

Fred Russell ventriloquist
Fred Russell (1862 1957) Irish ventriloquist, with his puppeteered dummy Coster Joe, seated upon his knee. Date: 1905

First Royal Variety Show cast, 1912
Some of the cast of the first Royal Variety Show performance at the Palace Theatre, 1912. 6. Mr. Charles Aldrich(quick change impersonations and juggling) 7

Advertisement, Strand Theatre Opening
An advertisement for the opening of the Strand Theatre in Aldwych, Greater London on the 22nd of January 1838. Date: 1838

Stage Magician Advertisement, 1843
An advertisement for showings of magic and ventriloquism at the Royal Liver Theatre in Sutton, Greater London. Date: 1843

A Ventriloquist at Christies by H. M. Bateman
Double page illustration by H. M. Bateman showing a chaotic scene at London auctioneers, Christies because of the actions of a mischievous ventriloquist

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"Unleashing the Power of Speech: A Journey into the World of Ventriloquism" Step into a world where voices come alive, as Archie Andrews, Peter Brough, and Vera Lynn captivate audiences with their mesmerizing ventriloquist acts. Morecambe & Wise, pictured with a ventriloquist dummy after leaving spectators in stitches following an unforgettable performance at. . Comedian Ken Dodd brings laughter to life alongside his beloved Diddy Man Dicky Mint at Whitley Bay Playhouse on 9th December. Maude Edwards, a masterful ventriloquist who effortlessly brings her characters to life through her remarkable skills. Witness the magic unfold as Mr Le-Hurst skillfully manipulates his endearing dummy Jimmy in Liverpool. Arthur Prince takes center stage, enchanting crowds with his impeccable ventriloquism talents that leave everyone spellbound. Fred Russell's captivating performances showcase the true artistry behind this age-old craft. Travel back in time to witness history being made during the First Royal Variety Show cast in 1912 when ventriloquists stole hearts and left audiences awestruck. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as you explore vintage photographs capturing moments like Ventriloquist JLP01_08_045158's awe-inspiring act that continues to inspire generations today. Keith Harris and Orville the Duck take flight on June 8th, 1983, creating timeless memories through their hilarious routines that have become etched in our hearts forever. Oscar Land's enigmatic presence reigns supreme throughout the 1950s as he pioneers new techniques and pushes boundaries within this extraordinary art form.