Randel McGee is an internationally recognized storyteller, author, illustrator, puppeteer, and ventriloquist with over 40 years of professional experience. He has performed and taught throughout the United States, Asia, and the United Kingdom, captivating audiences with lively characters, original songs, and imaginative storytelling that ignites curiosity and touches hearts. With dozens of distinct voices, a chameleon-like face, and an energetic physical style, Randel transforms each story into a memorable, life-shaping experience that emphasizes character building and inspires a lasting love of literature.
His performances feature either his ventriloquist act alongside his hilarious dragon Groark or his engaging portrayal of the beloved author Hans Christian Andersen. Whether on stage, in print, or in the classroom, Randel demonstrates the powerful impact one person on an empty stage can have on an audience. His warm, approachable presence allows him to connect easily with children and adults alike, fostering imagination, empathy, and joy.
As Artistic Director of McGee Productions, Randel brings more than three decades of experience working with children and the arts. He has served as an artist-in-residence with the California Arts Council and the Idaho Commission of the Arts, consulted with the California State Library System, and taught for CSU Fresno and the University of Phoenix (Fresno Extension). His internationally sold Paper Craft Fun for Holidays book series extends his creative influence beyond live performance, while his workshops, residencies, and mentoring—conducted for museums, schools, colleges, libraries, and arts councils—encourage participants of all ages to explore their talents with confidence and joy.
