Ventriloquism, often referred to as “throwing your voice”, is a performance art in which a person (the ventriloquist) modifies their voice so that it appears to be coming from another source, often a puppet. The illusion is created by the ventriloquist speaking without moving their lips, and by carefully controlling the direction of their airflow.
Ventriloquism has a long and storied history, dating back to ancient times. It is believed that the first ventriloquists were shamans and priests, who used the technique to communicate with spirits. Over time, ventriloquism became a popular form of entertainment, and it is still enjoyed by audiences of all ages today.