How To Book JOE GANDELMAN For Your Event!

Joe Gandelman is an excellent ventriloquist and a natural comic who brings you an outstanding, professional act. His routines are carefully scripted and he uses expertly crafted ventriloquist figures made by top craftsmen in the field.

He began his love of ventriloquism while growing up in Connecticut. While he pursued his career in journalism, he started doing vent as a hobby again in the '80's. At the age of forty, Joe left his job as a staff writer on the San Diego Union newspaper to pursue a full-time career in ventriloquism, due in part to the encouragement of legendary Jimmy Nelson.

Joe's act features comedy, music and audience participation. He performs at schools, conventions, fairs and festivals. He uses more than eight different figures – his main one is John Raven, a wise-cracking Bart Simpson-like boy.

He is featured in the nationally distributed THE GREAT VENTRILOQUISTS collector cards along with such renown performers as Edgar Bergen, Shari Lewis, Señor Wences and Jimmy Nelson.

Joe is a crowd-pleasing performer and the right person to make your next special occasion the outstanding event of the year. His side-splitting humor is perfect for stage or walk-around. When you want a professional show, hire a professional – Joe Gandelman.

For corporate clients, Joe can. . . .

• Do a lively, multiple-character ventriloquism comedy show.
• Include some inside jokes, references to competitors, etc.
• Do a customized program to fit your needs.
• Do topical joke stand-up comedy.
• Roast a salesman or special guest-of-honor (without puppets).
• Include a company theme or special message.
• Have one or two puppet characters wear company T-shirts.
• Participate in television or print promotions.
• Do walk-around entertainment at special events.
• Do bilingual (Spanish) shows.

What others say about...
Joe Gandelman

Del Mar Fair:

"You were professional, worked diligently and you were certainly entertaining. Not only did the children enjoy your show, but the adults as well. Again, thank you." -- Catherine Griffith, Special Events Coordinator

Gilroy Chamber of Commerce:

"You and your "friends" were just terrific! The way you managed to captivate the audience, especially our young visitors, was absolutely amazing. The characters seem so alive and full of life that one could not help but feel that your special friends were perhaps "human." I marvel how much you must enjoy your profession. You were gifted with a special talent and to be able to share it with children, young and old, is truly what love of life and laughter is all about." -- Brigitte L. Nicholls, Children Entertainment Chair, Advisory Director

Houston County Chamber of Commerce:

"The Houston County Chamber would like to say "Great show!" Everyone we talked with had great things to say about your show. The kids were ecstatic and the grownups were painful with laughter. Again, the performance was great." -- Cathy Minchew

Uptown Business Association:
  Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau

"What a wonderful show you put on for the people here in Columbus, Georgia during the Uptown Jam! You and your pals did a fantastic job and we want you back next year! Kids of all ages were thoroughly entertained with your show. It is so refreshing to see entertainment that is original, professionally executed and in keeping with good, clean fun!" -- Pam Shuler, Director, Columbus Day Uptown Jam

Astro Office Products, Inc:
  Subsidiary of Canon USA, Inc.

"Thank you for the excellent job you did for our Company when you entertained for our annual Holiday Banquet. Your humor was really enjoyable and you and "your friends" were great during the ventriloquism part of the program. Our people have mentioned your successes to us many times." -- Donna M. Hoppie

Shur-Lok Corporation:

"By customizing your show to recognize the specific people we requested, you captivated the interest of our group immediately. All the reviews I heard were very positive. The top managers were especially pleased that your show stayed well within our definition of good taste. It was clear that everyone had a great time." -- Robert M. Skidmore, Regional Sales Manager

Professional Association of Health Care Office Managers:

"Thank you for providing the entertainment for PAHCOM's annual conference banquet. The members truly enjoyed your performance. The humor was sidesplitting. The audience participation numbers were a big hit and the customized songs added a personal touch. All of the above made your performance top-notch! You received rave reviews from members on post-conference comment surveys. We look forward to working with you again in the future." -- Carmela Porter, Executive Director

Joe Gandelman may be available for your next special event!

Booking Joe Gandelman