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Dennis Michael Inner circle Southern, NJ 5821 Posts |
Since I own lots of Axtell puppets, I found that I couldn't "voice them". At least a voice that gives them character. (I have to use Axtrax CDs).
Last year at KIdabra, I put the big bear on my arm and I COULD VOICE that one so I bought it. Consider creating a voice character then match that character to one of the many Axtell Puppets. This doesn't mean you are trying to be a ventriloquist, only that you have the option to create your own script or use Axtell scripts with the sound background. Dennis
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Tom Riddle Special user Chelsea, UK 507 Posts |
I do find it difficult to imagine pulling off a tape recorded puppet. For those of you using Axtrax CD's, do you experience any difficulty in the timing? Or does it make it too difficult to "ad-lib" as they say? I'm interested as I've been interested in purchasing a few to try them out here.
Also, I'm worried about the degradation of latex over time. Any problems with this? What is the longest your Axtell puppet has held up? How many shows? Dennis, has your bear lasted through your landslide of shows unscathed? How many shows has it gone through and does it seem to stand up in regards to latex strength? I'd admit openly I'm also tempted by the bear, but may in fact lean towards the hippo. Tom
"Yes, Virginia, there really are people named Riddle...isn't that AMAZING! And to think of all the royalties I'm missing out on! SCANDALOUS!"
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kenscott Inner circle 1869 Posts |
Tom
As for the latex I have had my puppet for over 8 years now and use it in over 250 shows a year. Still looks great. I have had to sew some things but the latex looks great and will last long time. The AX trax does limit you so it is hard to ad lib with those. but if the routine is going to be the same ever time there really is no need to ad lib with them. In most cases if an ad lib happens in a show and it is funny, I then try to make that same thing happen in every show and make it look like an ad lib. I love Axtell stuff. his products are not cheap but the price you pay is WAY worth it. my Croco has made me more money than any other thing in my show. All the best Tom ken |
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Dennis Michael Inner circle Southern, NJ 5821 Posts |
All my puppets are still good, Vern, Rodney Rabbit, and the Big Bear.
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trixy Veteran user sweden 320 Posts |
I´m going to take a ventriloquism course and ONE question I have wondering at is HOW shall I know what sort of doll I need..I´m not going to buy a doll right now just because I going to take this course... What I mean is ...How does a person who does ventriloquism know what kind of doll he or she would like to work with.. Is it up to the voice the ventriloquist uses or?
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Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
Trixy, Choosing a vent figure is not always easy. Dennis makes a great point about choosing a figure that you can match with the right voice. As far as voiceing the figure goes, that is up to you too. All you really need to do is make sure there is plenty of contrast between your voice and the figure's voice.
Dennis had trouble finding a figure that he could put a voice too that sounded right to him. The bear worked for him. The bear might not work for me, but you never know until you think it out and experiment a little. On the other hand, voices that don't really seem to fit might create some hilarious comedy situations. Imagine that bear with a big, deep voice talking about fire safety....ala Smokey The Bear. The kids might get a clear message from a voice of authority. Now imagine that same bear talking about fire safety in a little, whimpy voice. It might be funny and comedy bits could be put in the show as to how scared the bear is of everything. Kids might get a clear message that way too. Either way, they will remember it! Ventriloquists do need to be funny, and sometimes having a voice that sounds different from the figures appearance might help with the comedy. There are a lot of factors that go into deciding which figure is right for you. You need to consider how you will be using it too. If you are considering a figure from Axtell Expressions you might want to get Steve Axtell's video. It shows lots of his wonderful creations and he even demonstrates voices with many of them. It might help you decide, and who knows, there may be one that "speaks" to you right away! Regan
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Eric Leclerc Inner circle Ottawa Ontario 1185 Posts |
I have laughing Louis and Buzz off Buzzard and I LOVE them...... I mostly perform with them when I have company over... Sometimes I will bring Louie with me to a pre-school for the 2 and 3 year olds..
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Corona Smith Inner circle Airstrip One 1689 Posts |
I am thinking of getting the Gopher, but I'm afraid he will take over the show, remember the last time the Gophers went on the rampage? I believe they even have an Anarcho Syndicalist union now.
They are funny though. Anyone? Corona. |
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coupcoupdaddy Inner circle 2466 Posts |
Gopher it.
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Rupert Bair Inner circle ? 2179 Posts |
I want a Corona Smith one with an optional extra of providing renewable energy to power my houseeeee.
M:C |
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Corona Smith Inner circle Airstrip One 1689 Posts |
I recommend the methane gas version. Blows em away, and boils a kettle simultaneously.
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coupcoupdaddy Inner circle 2466 Posts |
Do not click here, especially if you are Matt Colman.
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darkdean Regular user 153 Posts |
I recommend the Dodo.
He's Cute, Large and Colourful and everyone loves him. Dean |
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magicgeorge Inner circle Belfast 4299 Posts |
I had to get rid of my Dodo. His eggs stinked.
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Rupert Bair Inner circle ? 2179 Posts |
I clicked it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh I'm a bad boy. Why did the mexican throw this wife out of the window....corona. that was Corona...not, Corona? M:C |
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coupcoupdaddy Inner circle 2466 Posts |
FWAP! MOOOOOO Penalty for olfactoral regress, George
And now you've gone and lost the life unit graciously given you. FWAP! And another --- Coleman, racist sexist defenestration eats up all our precious life units. --Lucia Von Franz Co-ref
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dmm New user 83 Posts |
I loved working with my Vulture Puppet, it is even on the Vulture Puppet page. It can be played both dark and funny.
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Corona Smith Inner circle Airstrip One 1689 Posts |
And no problems with unions.
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coupcoupdaddy Inner circle 2466 Posts |
Cor Blimey that Banjo needs intoning guvnor. There's no strings attached here.
Hooray for Axtell Puppets and the humans inside of them! --Lucia Von Franz
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Clownboy Veteran user 355 Posts |
Isn't there like 2 of these posts?
(Note to self - make eye appointment Monday) Brad
As the Frogs say "Times Fun when you're having Flies"
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