Prior to the
show, it occurred to me that I had never seen a live ventriloquist
on stage before. Therefore, this was a first and a most enjoyable
first at that.
David
introduces the audience to a variety of almost believable
characters. There is the anarchic and two timing Chuck Wood,
the lovable but ambitious Ted E Bear, Angel the Android, Grandpa
Fred, Kevin the alien and Sid the Beaver who is seeking to
join the show. In each routine David shows a skilful sense of
timing and accomplishment in bringing his characters to life. He
also brings the audience into the fun and he knows the value of
the running joke.
After
introducing us to each of his characters, he plays of one
character against one in a series of quick -fire repostes and here
the underlying theme emerges - can the ventriloquist retain his
sanity when his mind is split in so many ways?
His finale
is dramatic and spell-binding. Without giving too much away, David
exits the stage leaving the dummies in control still talking,
moving and interacting with each other.
Just one piece
of advice. David Strassman is very good adult entertainment and
not for young children.
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