Under the Sea!

Our 2024 convention went swimmingly! If you were there, find yourself in the photo below. If you missed it, check out the information from 2024 and look ahead to 2025. Although the dates are not yet confirmed, we plan for a similar amount of time in early to mid November. 2025’s theme will be “Alice in Wonderland!”. If you are a clown seeking to find someone to clown around with or grow your skills with ahead of next year’s convention, look at our Organization page to find local clown alleys. You can also contact your state’s director (see the officer’s list at the bottom of the page) – they signed up for the job to help connect the clown community!

2024’s convention was held November 6-10, 2024 at the Red Lion Hotel in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Friday Headliner: Keith Karas

Keith has been a crowd favorite at every open mic and it is time he had his own show! He is dedicated, professional and entertaining. We can’t wait to see his show and to cheer him on his clown journey!

Saturday Headliner: KOOKOO The Cartoon Magician

Though he is new to MACA, he has appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and on America’s Got Talent. KooKoo, Brandon Baglivo, entertains at, Sesame Place, Boscov’s Department Stores, Fairs, Festivals, Schools, Universities, Retirement Homes, The Water Works in Wyomissing, PA and too many other places to mention here. He is local to Pennsylvania and resides with his family in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He is wonderfully entertaining and promises fun, laughter, smiles and even a few totally awesome moments!

Also Starring!

Along with Dana Hill (filling in the big clown shoes left by his dad, Dave Hill), Steve Kissel, Victor Thomas, Jill and Prince Puppets, Bonnie Corcia, Wes Whiteside, Bob & Teresa Gretton, Jackie Reynolds, Steven Gailey, Alene Kraus, Susan Crenshaw, Jim Fearn, and Albert Rotto!

Schedule

New this year – breakout sessions!

TopicPresenter
Puppets: Create and Take!Prince Puppets$15 materials fee
Glitter TattoosSusan CrenshawMaterials fee
Mime and Stripper Deck
Steel City Clown Brigade
Breakout sessions
DayTimeDescriptionNotesPresenter
Wed, Nov 67 pmEvening Palooza Fire Juggling OutdoorsSteven Gailey & the Steel City Clown Brigade
Thur, Nov 7A Day at the BeachSign up for breakout sessions at registration.

Open MC sign-ups at registration table. Open MIC acts need to be performances
8am – 9:15Flea Market
– registration in the lobby
– market ends at 9:15
9:30 – 10:30Dana Hill Will WOW YOU!
Dana Hill
10:45 – 11:45Juggling

Beginners and all ability jugglers are welcome. Accommodations made for all levels.
Steven Gailey
12:00 – 1:00Lunch, with Breakout Sessions
– Breakout Session on Mime and Pizza Lunch in the classroom
– Robert Packard

1:00 – 2:00Make-up, Noses and Wigs OH MY!

Learn make-up for characters including Hobos, Bag Ladies, Elves, Jesters, Sleepy, Dopey,…etc
Wes Whiteside


2:15 – 3:15A WOWZA Experience with Dana HillDana Hill
3:30 – 4:30Spanglish and Comical Bilingualism

Learn a little, laugh a little! Enjoy Rotto at his best. In our diverse world, a bit of Spanish and Latino culture, is a very good thing!
Albert Rotto
4:45-5:45Fun and Games For Family Entertainers

This class will help you add audience participation and activity games for kids and adults. Add these to your show and watch the FUN happen.
Steve Kissel
6:15Buffet and Open Mic
– Breakout session: Scrapbooking with Jim Donohue. Brings pics
Beach Party Theme – Have Fun!
Fri, Nov 8Ocean Themed Movie/Characters
8:30-9:30The Value of Music and Laughter in Senior Facilities

Learn tried and true bits, songs and favorite moments in Bonnie’s many years of experience. She’ll have her ukelele on stand-by.
Bonnie Corcia
9:45-10:45Twisting in a Restaurant and Creating Repeat Clients

Learn some easy and popular twists and how to get those kiddos begging to return.
Alene Kraus
11:00-12:00All The World’S A Stage

The process of clown characterizations begins when you step out of your door! Use self talk as a tool and learn to adapt to any stage scenario by being prepared.
The Grettons
12:05-1:45GROUP PHOTO AND LUNCHPlease come as a clown or at least wear a nose. (Thank You!)
1:45-2:45Puppet Potpourri

Puppets, Props, Performance and Play!
Jill and Robin will also offer a Create and Take Puppet Breakout Session After Keith’s Show. $15.00 materials fee.
Jill Harrington
3:00-4:00Becoming A Mascot

The Do’s, the Don’ts and the How’s for those interested in becoming a mascot.
Victor Thomas
4:14-5:15Face Painting with Airbrush

Learn the techniques for using airbrush for your face painting using stencils. Airbrush is waterproof which makes it great for pool parties, hot days and sweaty kids! It is faster than face painting which makes it great for large events.
Susan Crenshaw
6:15Buffet and Friday Headliner-Keith Karas Show

– Breakout session: Prince Puppets Breakout Sesssion Create and Make Puppet
$15.00 materials fee. Meet promptly in classroom! (AFTER KEITH’S SHOW)
BEACH PARTY THEME
Sat, Nov 9Mystical Ocean Creatures or Business Casual (Banquet)
8:30-9:30Evolution Of The Art Of Clowning

An interesting and historical look into CLOWNING and where it might be heading.
Keith Karas
9:45-10:45Ventriloquism 101

Learn the tricks and skills needed to allow your puppet to become an integral part of your show
Jackie Reynolds
11:00-12:00Clowning Without A Nose

Learn schtick you can do in public and at parties to entertain the unsuspecting bystanders. Also, get ready to share your favorite.
Steve Kissel
12:00-1:00LUNCH
– Breakout session: Stripper Deck, classroom
– Breakout session: Glitter Tattoos, $5 fee, hospitality suite
– David Harmon
– Susan Crenshaw
1:15-2:15Pizzazzing Simple Balloon Designs

Learn ways to tweaksimple balloon designs into Impressive designs! Bring Balloons and Pump!
Jim Fearn
2:30-3:30Kook-ology For Clowns
Do Not Miss Our Headliner’s original, fun and creative ideas about performing!

Level Up your clowning with inspiration from sound effects , sight gags and zany magic
Brandon “Koo-Koo” Baglivo
3:45-5:00GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

BRING YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD
6:15Banquet Dinner

Headliner Show With BRANDON “KOOKOO” BAGLIVO

Installation and awards
Dress is Business Casual or Mystical Sea Creatures
Sun, Nov 109 amSunday ServiceOfficiated by Chaplain Tina Coleman
Convention Schedule

Watch the newsletters for more information on schedules. 

Registration

Full conference registration through 9/30 – $200 – all days, all sessions, + dinner & entertainment included – wow!!!

Early bird registration dates: June 10-14, 2024. Receive a $25.00 discount on full registration if you register during that week. Mail-ins must be postmarked by June 14th. Use website link to register online

Register online through TicketSpice (external site) – both full ($200) and daily rates (fee dependent upon day and buffet) are available.

Manual registration through sending in form.

Hotel Registration

Red Lion Hotel, 4751 Lindle Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111

Use the registration links below to register for the MACA block of rooms. Note that reservations made through 3rd party sites do not receive breakfast tickets.