VENTURA LIVE: Jay Johnson The Two and Only

Name: VENTURA LIVE: Jay Johnson The Two and Only
Start: 2025-09-17T19:00:00-07:00
Location: 1006 E Main St, Ventura, CA

Schedule

Wed, 17 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

1006 E Main St, Ventura, CA | Ventura, CA

This one-man Broadway hit blends storytelling, comedy, and jaw-dropping ventriloquism. Jay Johnson, best known as the offbeat ventriloquist on the classic TV series “Soap,” invites you into the mind of a true original. With puppets, poignancy, and unexpected heart, The Two and Only! is a hilarious and moving tribute to an underappreciated artform. Jay has hosted four of his own variety specials, three syndicated game shows, and starred in two television series. You have seen him on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “Late Show with David Letterman,” and HBO comedy specials. His critically acclaimed one-man show won the Los Angeles Ovation Award and the coveted Tony Award for Best Special Theatrical Event on Broadway. He is the only ventriloquist to ever accomplish that feat.
The show is a multi-dimensional journey exploring the art of ventriloquism through Johnson’s storytelling and the unique personalities of his puppet characters. It delves into the history of ventriloquism, from its origins to its presence on radio, television, and Broadway, while also showcasing Johnson’s impressive skills and comedic timing.