Ventastic with Michael Harrison
Reimagining the Art of Ventriloquism
Date: May 18, 2024Show: 2:00 pm | Doors: 1:30 pmVenue: Theatre at Maury Young Arts CentrePrice: $20/Ticket or $70/Family Pack (4 Tickets)Age restrictions: All Ages
Date: May 19, 2024Show: 2:00 pm | Doors: 1:30 pmVenue: Theatre at Maury Young Arts CentrePrice: $20/Ticket or $70/Family Pack (4 Tickets)Age restrictions: All Ages
Michael Harrison makes his Whistler Children's Festival debut with Ventastic – Reimagining the Art of Ventriloquism. Michael is an extraordinarily talented ventriloquist, comedian, and master showman who combines his many talents in this laugh-out-loud, one-person tour de force. It’s Fantastic Ventriloquism, it’s VENTASTIC! Ventastic has been enjoyed by audiences of all ages in the Walt Disney Theatre aboard Disney Cruise Line with over 3500 performances in over 20 years!
Michael Harrison, a master of vaudeville ventriloquism, began his career as a birthday party magician and ventriloquist in Victoria, BC. Now, he astounds audiences worldwide with his original puppets and inventive routines, reimagining this classic art form for a new generation. With a lineage rooted in entertainment, Michael channels the spirit of his legendary great-grandfather, Frank Merryfield, to deliver uproarious performances that blend tradition with modern flair. With accolades including appearances alongside Kelly Clarkson and The Muppets, headlining on top cruise lines and prestigious venues like the Rockefeller Center, and captivating audiences on America’s Got Talent, Michael’s blend of comedy and puppetry is truly unforgettable.