A Wooden Smile That Captivates

Ventriloquist’s ‘Child’ Delights Youngsters At Rockingham Fair

Posted: August 16, 2012

By EMILY SHARRER

Ventriloquist Peggy Miller entertains a Rockingham County Fair audience on Tuesday with an assist from her “children” Willie (left) and Dougy, the headliners for Willie and Company. (Photos by Justin Falls / DN-R)
Appealing to “kids” across all demographic boundaries, Peggy Miller introduces Willie to audience member Harold Gilkerson during Tuesday night’s show. “It’s just such a blessing to be able to perform for people of all ages,” Miller said.
HARRISONBURG — Children and parents giggled and sang along with Willie Gardner Tuesday, as the 6½-year-old dummy commanded a stage at the Rockingham County Fair.

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