The Amazing "Rico the Clown, Magician and Comical Nerd" welcomes the opportunity to add fun and laughter to your party or special occasion. He combines his specialized talents in comedy, magic, balloon sculpturing, puppets, mime, games and face painting to create a truly memorable and educational experience for children and adults of all ages.

Under his disguise he is a college professor of speech and communication. Rico has appeared many times on radio, television, and in the press. He knows how to gain audience attention and loves to make people laugh.

He is also a member of:

Member of the Society of American Magicians Member on the International Brotherhood of Magicians Member of the International Magic Society Member of the World Clown Association

Rico speaks different languages and entertains Kids and Adults for all occasions.

In addition to Rico being seen on television, various articles and feature stories have appeared in the following newspapers and magazines abut Rico The Clown: Manhattan Living, New York Resident,Greenpoint Williamsburg Gazette, New Generation, Home Reporter, Flatbush Life, Kings Courier, Bay News, Jewish Week, Jewish Press and more.

MAGIC- Rico performs a combination of close-up,parlor, and stage magic. He is versatile in various sleight of hand techniques: vanishes, reproductions, flourishes, transformations, penetration, and restorations. In addition, his routines use everyday objects such as coins,cards,cups and balls, silks,ropes, rings,etc.

BALLOON SCULPTING- Rico twists long thin pencil balloons into hundreds of different animals,hats,costumes, flowers, fruit baskets, etc. This unique and innovative art taps into creative and unique ways of entertaining children. Rico also has an extensive repertoire of sentimental balloons that astound kids and adults of all ages. In addition, balloon workshops are offered to those that are truly interested in balloon decoration.

FACE PAINTING - This creative art allows children to select a design that is painted on their face or hands.Water colors and non-toxic paints are used to produce these designs. Children have various choices to select from: animals, flowers, fish,fruit,etc.

CLOWN COMEDY - This type of comedy includes a combination of gags, slapstick, mime, humor, and off-the-wall stunts. The audience is caught off guard with unpredictable feats, embarrassing moments, and wild laughter. The audience becomes the center of attention and full participation is shared. Music, dance, mime, and puppets are coordinated into the routines.

COMIC ROASTING -Rico's wild and zany personality and interactive style entertains his audience with a diversified repertoire of humor: ethnic, religious, political, social,cultural,etc. All shows are analyzed and adapted to meet the needs and interests of the particular occasion and audience.His range of humor extends from light-spirited to risque.He is a master of blending humor and serious message intent to warm hearts, raise spirits, and produce laughs.

GAMES -Original games, contests, and team efforts are used to create fun, excitement, and challenge. Prizes are given to winners of these events.

PUPPETS -Interactive and comedy routines are available for toddlers.

ENTERTAINMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL TYPES OF AUDIENCES: CHILDREN, ADULTS,RELIGIOUS, ETHNIC,MULTI-LINGUAL, AND HANDICAPPED.

Among other cities, Rico The Clown, Magician & Comical Nerd may serve the following areas: New York, New York City, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Flushing, Jamaica, Bronx, Staten Island, Yonkers, White Plains, Long Island City, Far Rockaway, Astoria, Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Bayside, Chestnut Ridge, East Elmhurst, Kew Gardens, Pleasantville, Queens Village, Boulevard, Croton on Hudson, Douglaston, Eastchester, Elmhurst, Floral Park, Fresh Meadows, Little Neck, Ozone Park, Ridgewood