Library Shows

Richard Paul is a clean, family-friendly comedy ventriloquist who brings to life his stage full of colorful, outrageous characters. His fast pace, funny improvisational style, and audience interaction are an unforgettable comical experience.

Michigan Library Ventriloquist Richard Paul

Library Family Fun Variety Show 

Step right up and join in on the ultimate family adventure! Imagine a world where music, magic, puppets, and your wildest imagination collide in a spectacular show designed just for you.

Meet Richard, a true magician of storytelling, who discovered the enchanting world of ventriloquism through a book when he was just twelve. That discovery transformed his life, sparking a passion that led him to perform incredible shows starting at the young age of fourteen!

Thanks to his journey through countless books on comedy, ventriloquism, magic, and puppetry from his local library's summer reading programs, Richard has crafted an extraordinary experience. Now, he's bringing that magic to libraries, schools, and family events across Michigan and beyond!

This isn't just a show; it's an interactive experience where you become part of the magic. Join us and discover the power of storytelling, the thrill of performance, and the joy of reading all wrapped into one sensational event. Customize it to your summer reading theme or simply dive into a world of family fun – the choice is yours! Don't miss this chance to be amazed, entertained, and inspired together!

Exploring Your Imagination

Prepare for a journey that unlocks the magic of reading and imagination! Join us for "Exploring Your Imagination," a show that's not just about reading—it's about igniting your mind and discovering endless possibilities.

Every day, we'll set exciting reading goals that'll transport us beyond our world, where stories aren't just words on a page but gateways to emotions, adventures, and triumphs of characters we'll love. But here's the secret: reading isn't just for books! It's the key that unlocks the worlds of movies, TV shows, and video games. Behind every blockbuster, there's a script, and someone, somewhere, read it first to create those amazing worlds.

Through lively ventriloquist characters, captivating storytelling, and interactive fun, kids and parents alike will dive into the heart of reading. We'll show how reading sparks the fire of imagination, paving the way for an incredible creative journey. It's more than just a show; it's a gateway to the fantastic realm of imagination that reading unveils.

Join us as we embark on this exhilarating adventure together, where every page turned leads to new discoveries and where reading becomes the foundation of an epic creative voyage for kids and families alike!

Ventriloquist Richard Paul performing a reading program for a Michigan Library.

“The kids truly enjoyed your show! You had a big crowd for each show and all I heard was laughter!”

-Shannon Smith, Canton Leisure Services, Canton MI