Patrick Murray’s family was a little taken aback when he told them he wanted to
be a ventriloquist when he grew up. Especially since when he told them he was 23
years old. Up until that time, although he was a clever mimic and full of funny
voices, he made his living unloading freight trains.
After teaching himself ventriloquism from Izzy Rizzy’s Home Study Course a $4 booklet
from Izzy Rizzy’s House of Tricks and School of Ventriloquism on Chicago’s South
Side. He decided to stop throwing freight and start throwing voices. His newfound
talents landed him in top nightclubs where he honed his craft and sense of humor.
After a few successful years he decided to see the world and started tours that
covered the entire US, Caribbean, South America, Australia, Europe and Asia. His
greatest successes came after introducing Jamaican Comedy Diva, Matilda into his
act.
Matilda was born into a talented family. Her father Winston is a world-class Limbo
Dancer, who always taught her the importance of raising the bar. Her mother Camille
is listed in The Guinness Book of Records as the world’s fastest basket weaver and
hair braider. Brother Clive an airline pilot with Air Jamaica, although he was never
able to overcome his fear of heights, he gets by pretending a DC 10 in nothing more
than a Buick with wings.
This character was developed at the encouragement of West Indian friends and co-workers
who thought that Patrick’s talent for the West Indian accent and sense of humor
warranted a character that highlighted the islands. She was an instant hit and a
beloved character.
In 2002 Patrick married the love of his life Nicole. Although she did bring a little
baggage into their marriage.. Luckily for Patrick the baggage contained Antonio
the Latino Ant. Together Nicole and Antonio bring some more fun and surprises to
the show. Residents of British Columbia, Canada the happy family spend their time
on tour making people forget their troubles, at home in BC, or at their condo in
Miami Beach, Florida.
Together they deliver more laughs per minute than any other comedy team.
Noteable Entertainment & Events is a Vancouver based
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