Business Details
36 Years
experience
Family-Friendly Ventriloquist Shows for All Occasions
Joe Gandelman, Comic Ventriloquist has dedicated 31 years to mastering the art of comic ventriloquism, delivering dynamic performances that captivate audiences of all ages. Our shows combine humor, education, and audience interaction, featuring a large cast of state-of-the-art wooden and latex puppets. We specialize in customizing performances for schools, corporate events, festivals, and private parties, with both live and virtual options available to serve clients across the U.S. and Canada. Our commitment to quality is underscored by liability insurance coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence, ensuring peace of mind for event planners. With a background in journalism and a passion for storytelling, Joe brings a unique blend of creativity and professionalism to every engagement. Our virtual shows, developed during the coronavirus pandemic, have expanded access to our services, allowing us to entertain and educate audiences worldwide. We pride ourselves on adaptability, having performed for royalty, on television, and at iconic venues like the Hollywood Avalon Theater. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our ability to engage crowds, fulfill special requests, and deliver exceptional value. As a member of the Rotary Club of Rancho Bernardo, we remain committed to community engagement and professional excellence.
Services
Kids Shows
Adult Comedy Shows
School Assemblies
Virtual Performances
Corporate Entertainment
Festival Appearances
Library Programs
Private Parties
Anti-Bullying Programs
Strolling Ventriloquism
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 31 years of experience in family-friendly ventriloquism performances.
- Our shows feature a unique cast of 20+ state-of-the-art wooden and latex puppets.
- We provide customizable live and virtual entertainment options for any event.
- Our liability insurance covers $1,000,000 per occurrence for event security.
- We have performed for royalty, on national television, and at iconic venues.
What people say
Highly recommend Joe Gandelman
Fantastic fun performer
Crowd-pleasing show
Over delivered for my event
Terrific customization options
Services
Kids Shows
Interactive ventriloquism performances designed for children feature a cast of colorful puppet characters that educate through humor. These shows promote themes like anti-bullying, diversity, and reading while maintaining high entertainment value. Customizable to specific educational goals and age groups.
School Assemblies
Curriculum-aligned performances using comedy and puppetry to teach important concepts. Includes anti-drug, character education, and pro-reading messages with follow-up materials. Available in live and virtual formats for K-12 institutions across North America.
Virtual Performances
High-quality remote shows developed during the coronavirus pandemic allow continued engagement with audiences worldwide. Features interactive elements and technical support for seamless Zoom or platform-based delivery. Suitable for schools, corporate events, and private celebrations.
Corporate Entertainment
Customized comedic performances for company functions, trade shows, and conferences. Combines professional humor with audience participation to create memorable experiences. Has been featured at Hollywood Beauty Awards and performed for law firms and professional associations.
Strolling Ventriloquism
Dynamic walk-around performances using multiple puppet characters at events like festivals, weddings, and holiday parties. Allows for extended engagement through rotating character interactions. Features 9+ characters for multi-hour events with continuous fresh content.
Questions
How do I book Joe Gandelman for an event?
Contact Joe directly at (858) 240-7860 or through the website contact form to discuss availability and event requirements.
Are virtual performances available?
Yes, we offer high-quality virtual shows via Zoom or other platforms with interactive elements and technical support.
Can shows be customized for specific events?
All performances can be tailored to event themes, including educational content, branding elements, or special requests.
What areas do you serve?
We perform throughout the United States and Canada, with both live and virtual options available nationwide.
What experience does Joe have?
31 years as a professional ventriloquist with television appearances, school tours, and performances for royalty since 1990.
Videos
Reviews (14)
Shawna Shapiro
May 16, 2021
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Joe did a great job engaging the kids (and over Zoom, no less-- not an easy medium!). He had my son almost falling off his chair laughing :) We both LOVED it!
Jennifer Schollmeyer
Mar 28, 2021
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Joe's virtual show was a fun/funny interactive birthday event for both the kids and parents. Want a creative way to celebrate a birthday? Joe's your guy! My child was talking about the puppets and the characters for days after the event!
Rita Rocha
Dec 31, 2019
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Fantastic! We booked Joe to perform at an event for members of our disability community. Our members are very diverse in their age and abilities. Joe's performance had everyone laughing and our members enjoyed the interactive elements as well. Thank you Joe for making our event awesome!
Lisa S.
Dec 03, 2019
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Joe Gandelman comic ventriloquist and friends brought fun to our annual Gala for our elite athletes of all ages. Many smiles in our venue of over 200 attendees. I personally enjoyed seeing our young athletes on stage joining in on the fun with Joe and his friends. Having him entertain the audience while they dined helped keep smiles on their faces until we started our award ceremony. Many Thanks to Joe and Friends for an enjoyable show.
April S.
Jun 10, 2019
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Joe is a great entertainer! The kids he performed for were K- 5th grade. He is funny and super patient with the children! I will be using him in the future and would recommend him to others. Thanks
Joan P.
Feb 06, 2019
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Joe exceeded our expectations with meeting the needs of the students and being flexible to reschedule due to some inclement weather. A great communicator with administration and won the hearts of the students with his first act! I highly recommend him.
Radhika Sandra
Oct 28, 2017
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Amazing artist, very friendly and great entertainer! We had Joe entertain the kids and adults in our daughter's 3rd birthday party - He did a fantastic job! I could hear everyone blasting out laughs for 45 minutes without a break, my 3 rd old keeps talking about the show to all her friends and laughs. He entertained 2yrs - 60yrs audience! He came in on-time and got everything he needed, very friendly person and set up was quick and started right on. He also observed audience response and changed the sequence based on requests and made kids very happy. I highly recommend Joe!
Lydia M.
It was very easy to work with Joe -- he was very organized and clear in describing what he needed. He helped us to provide him with appropriate information that he then incorporated seamlessly (and humorously!!) into his act, much to my father in law's delight! He also asked guests to participate -- with hilarious results! It was wonderful to see my 11 year old son and his octogenarian relatives try to outdo each other as "novice ventriloquists" . . . Thank you Joe for helping to make my father in law's celebration so wonderful. When he first requested a ventriloquist, we weren't sure what to expect -- you helped us fulfill his dream!
Tracey S.
Mr. Gandelman put on a terrific show this morning at the OB Library. My daughter and the rest of the kids loved it, and he worked in pro-reading messages very nicely.
Bruce R.
Joe Gandelman and his "friends" performed a one-hour show for our mystery group, which consists of 30 men and women ranging in age from mid-60s to late 70's. The show was in Woodland Hills, California, and Joe had to travel 120+ miles from his home in San Diego. Right from the beginning, he was extremely easy to work with, very flexible, and made a point of arriving very early to our event. He brought an impressive array of puppets, each having its own unique personality. Joe brought certain pre-selected members of the audience up to the front to help perform some very funny bits.
He provided a segment where he explained to our group some of the secrets of being a ventriloquist and throwing your voice, showed us how a puppet is constructed and how it works, and even had a volunteer from the audience come up and try it out! Everyone seemed to love the show, and we, the planners, received many compliments on his performance. He is a true professional, and I would recommend him for any age group that loves to have fun!!!
He provided a segment where he explained to our group some of the secrets of being a ventriloquist and throwing your voice, showed us how a puppet is constructed and how it works, and even had a volunteer from the audience come up and try it out! Everyone seemed to love the show, and we, the planners, received many compliments on his performance. He is a true professional, and I would recommend him for any age group that loves to have fun!!!
Radhika S.
Amazing artist, very friendly and great entertainer!!! We had Joe entertain the kids and adults in our daughter's 3rd birthday party - He did a fantastic job! I could hear everyone blasting out laughs for 45 minutes without a break, my 3 rd old keeps talking about the show to all her friends and laughs. He entertained 2yrs - 60yrs audience! He came in on-time and got everything he needed, very friendly person and set up was quick and started right on. He also observed audience response and changed the sequence based on requests and made kids very happy. I highly recommend Joe!
Clinton Detweiler
Joe's innovative teaching style makes 'voice throwing' truly simple and fun! Ventriloquist techniques are not only explained, but also demonstrated by Joe and his friends in a conversational presentation that is highly entertaining as well as informative. You'll laugh as you listen and learn. Never has learning ventriloquism been so easy -- and so much fun!
Jeffrey Burke
The CD's great! Very reasonably priced -- and entertaining while instructive. I pop the CD into the PC at work and do the CD while I am at work! VCR tapes are great but you need to be in front of the TV to do them. Joe s CD follows me into work, the car and I probably know the routines by heart. Thanks for a great CD, Joe!
Todd Orton
Joe Gandelman s new CD Super Simplified Ventriloquism is great! It is very entertaining and informative! (Joe) is a polished and likable PRO ventriloquist. You will enjoy his presentation and approach to ventriloquism. It is educational and a good addition to any library. Looking forward to a video from him!!!!!