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About

Chris Ortiz earned his BA in Communication from Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa.  He fell in love with the art of ventriloquism at the age of 10 and has been perfecting his act ever since!  Chris is one of the only working ventriloquists in central Iowa. His skillful ventriloquism, clean comedy, and high energy make him the perfect fit for your next event!
 

Chris' friends from the suitcase include: Scooter the Arctic Penguin, Grandpa Eugene, his nephew Andy, Sammy the Turtle, and Dylan the Hippie.  They love to entertain audiences and be in front of a crowd! 

 

Chris Ortiz's sidesplitting humor and cast of characters will keep you and your guests of all ages entertained. Book 'The Chris Ortiz Show' today! 

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2025 Shows

December 11, 2025

St. Mark Lutheran Church

 West Des Moines, Iowa

12:30pm

(Private)

2026 Shows

February 21, 2026

Potter Mill's Event Center

 Bellevue, Iowa

4:00pm

(Public)

July 23, 2026

Pella Opera House

 Pella, Iowa

10:30am

(Public)

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Toni Hull
What Cheer Opera House

From a lady in her late ‘80’s, “that was so fun! I haven’t seen a ventriloquist in years! I like loved this show!” Chris is so easy to work with. Prompt with all correspondence and a true professional on and off the stage!

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Roxie Young 
Montgomery Memorial Library

FUN & SO ENJOYABLE!

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Bailey Miller
Leon Public Library

You have a wonderful show and have worked hard to create this show for yourself!

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