Lesley Smith: An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate

Award-winning ventriloquist, actress, and singer Lesley Smith returns with her one-of-a-kind performance, Just Breathe 2: The Quest for Peace of Mind… and Chocolate! This heartwarming and hilarious show blends comedy, music, and masterful puppetry into an unforgettable experience for all ages.

Lesley, alongside her delightful cast of puppets—including Shirley the Presence, Tony Rocco, and Sammy B. Snail—delivers a performance filled with humor, hope, and relatable moments from everyday life. Expect laughter, inspiration, and, of course, chocolate!

Event Schedule

🍫 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Chocolate Tasting & Special Guest (Cash Bar & Snacks)
🎭 6:00 – 7:30 PM| Just Breathe 2 Performance

With over three decades in the entertainment industry, Lesley Smith has wowed audiences across the U.S. as a New England Foundation for the Arts Touring Artist and a performer on the Women in Comedy Tour alongside Loretta LaRoche. Her work has been featured on NH Chronicle and praised by industry professionals:

⭐ “Lesley Smith is a very bright light.” – Walter Starcke, Award-Winning Broadway Producer
⭐ “Lesley’s puppets are something adults can relish.” – Boston Globe
⭐ “I could just sit here and watch you all day!” – Cheryl Richardson, NY Times Best-Selling Author

Lesley Smith Productions creates live entertainment that bridges cultural, racial, and gender divides through ventriloquism, music, and storytelling. Her performances inspire joy, healing, and a renewed sense of wonder.

@ Catherine A Hickman Theater
🍫 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Chocolate Tasting & Special Guest (Cash Bar & Snacks)
🎭 6:00 – 7:30 PM| Just Breathe 2 Performance

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Catherine A Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Avenue South, Gulfport, United States