Experience why America has fallen in love with Terry Fator's irresistible combination of humor and music and his hilarious cast of characters! The million-dollar winner of America's Got Talent and his endearing puppets del... more »iver spot-on performances in the styles of such favorite singers as Louis Armstrong, Roy Orbison, Elvis, Etta James, Brooks & Dunn and many more!
Terry has won rave reviews on The Oprah Winfrey Show and the Late Show with David Letterman and has been called ?one of the best entertainers in the world? by no less than American Idol?s top judge, Simon Cowell. Live from Las Vegas, Terry Fator proves why he?s the hottest ticket in town!
Bonus features include:
? ?The Terry Fator Story,? including audio commentary and a special live performance by The Commodores with Terry
? Behind-the-Scenes Featurette: Terry discusses the story behind each of his cast of characters
? Audio Commentary with Terry, writer Rick Kerns and director Mark Goffman
? Audio Commentary: Terry?s puppets take over!
? Chapter 1 from Terry?s autobiography, Who?s The Dummy Now?
Meet the Puppets (Click for larger image)
Terry Fator & Puppets: Biographies
Terry Fator
It took ventriloquist, singer, comedian and celebrity impressionist Terry Fator 32 years to become an overnight sensation when he won the hearts of American and was selected America?s Got Talent 2007 $1 million dollar prize winner on NBC-TV. His key decision to blend those incredible skills with his amazing ability to mimic famous singers won over the judges and millions of fans who voted for him.
Winston ?The Impersonating Turtle?
One of the original members of Terry?s cast, Winston the impersonating turtle has wowed audiences with his impersonation of Kermit the Frog perfectly and then shifting to an awe inspiring rendition of Roy Orbison. Winston is one of Terry?s favorites and fittingly closes most shows with Terry beside him (where else would he be).
?The Lovely? Emma Taylor
This lovely lady has been with Terry from the beginning. Her unassuming appearance and quiet demeanor make her a welcome change from the rest of Terry?s colorful and flamboyant cast. That is until she does what she does best, sing ? and, man, can she belt it out! She blew the judges away in her appearance on America?s Got Talent and has not looked back since.
Walter T. Airedale ?The Country Man?
Walter T. Airedale is the self proclaimed ?greatest country singer in the world.? As anyone who has heard him perform would agree, Walter T. Airedale indeed has one of the most unique and charismatic personalities on the country music scene today. His magnificent renditions leave women in the audience screaming for more. Talented, tough, sexy and a definite ladies man make Walter a hit from coast to coast. He truly is a legend.
Julius ?The Soul Singer?
One of the great additions to Terry?s cast of entertainers is Julius, the greatest soul singer to ever hit Las Vegas! His smooth ballads, clever wit and flawless renditions are some of the best in the industry. From old to new, Julius has got it all. On an appearance with Oprah Winfrey, Julius brought the house down!
Maynard Tompkins ?The Elvis Impersonator?
Maynard Tompkins is the self proclaimed ?Greatest Elvis Impersonator in the World.? The only problem is that Maynard doesn?t seem to know any songs from the King. He is however a crowd favorite with his stunning outfits and smooth style with the exception of a slight stutter. The interaction between Maynard and Terry is priceless on stage. Maynard is the hope of every Elvis look-a-like in the country.
Dougie Scott Walker ?The Rocker?
Dougie is the life of the show for everyone attending that had anything to do with the 60?s. A natural born rocker Dougie loves AC/DC, Guns ?N? Roses, Skynyrd and any group that really rocked those years. Suffering from occasional flashbacks and not afraid to show it, Dougie is one of the most colorful and outspoken characters in Terry?s show?and a total dude!« less
Lynn M. (officerripley) from CHICO, CA Reviewed on 4/27/2010...
Great DVD! We were lucky enough to see him in person a while back; and what was great about this DVD is that it had mostly new stuff from what we saw live, so it was almost like seeing him live. He's a superb entertainer (and has a great back-up band too)!
Movie Reviews
An Awesome Entertainer
Teacherfan | Florida United States | 06/25/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I just saw his Vegas show at the Mirage. The characters are so realistic. You believe Terry is conversing with another person. He is so musically talented in many different genres! This is a great keepsake if you have seen him live, and for those not able to go to the Mirage, it will be a great substitute. He is a major entertainer of our day!"
"Ever wonder what happen to some of those American's Got Talent winners. Bianca Ryan who was the first winner seem to vanish after her first CD.
However when it comes to Terry Fator, you see he has ventriloquism talent and musical chops to pull off a show worth a million bucks. His "Wooden" friends are believeable and enjoyable.
When I got the screener DVD, it did not have the commentary tracks as the final copy did, it only had the filmed concert. This is-- according to a friend who seen his live show at the Mirage -- his live show. It transfer well to DVD. Better than some of Jeff Dunham's DVDs. The show of puppets and music will keep you laughing and humming along. His range and vocal talent is so verse for entertainment
There is one problem with this show, there is a Micheal Jackson comedy duet with one of the puppets that seems to fall flat due to MJ's death.
One of the highlighs of the show is when Fator makes a male live audience member into a Cher puppet (dress and all). Fator does Sonny for a I got you Babe song
This is real family entertainment with an edge for young and old alike. After you see this once , you want to see this again
So Terry, when is the next DVD. I want to see more!
Bennet Pomerantz AUDIOWORLD"
Fabulously funny!!
Ann Callari | Nesconset, NY USA | 08/12/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I saw Terry Fator at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas. I never watched "America's Got Talent" so I didn't know who he was. What a show this was!! Terry Fator's characters are so funny and they seem so real because they each have a personality of their own, and Terry can really sing. He can sing anything - Rock, Soul, Country, etc. I obviously can't keep going to Vegas so I am ordering this DVD so I can view this show in my own living room. I can't wait to get the DVD so I can see him again. We absolutely loved him!!!"
Fator is Fabulous
jmb | Payson, Arizona | 08/14/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I followed Terry on America's Got Talent and pegged him to win from his first audition. I saw him at the Mirage in Vegas
and he was unbelievable! I can't wait to get the DVD!!"