Meet Our Crew
Our Story
Scottish Pirate Captain Horatio MacScurvy (Allen) and his First Mate Sassafras (Bridget) own and operate the entire MacDudley Dragon Games experience. The games are fun to play, provide a historical look at the Renaissance culture, and most notably promote disability awareness.
Each game focuses on a different physical challenge that you must overcome in order to find success. Inspired by Allen's father who farmed with prosthetics and Bridget's everyday strength as a visually impaired woman.
Together with their dedicated crew, they create magical experiences that entertain while educating about disabilities and promoting inclusivity for all.
The Crew
Sassafras (Bridget Ackley)
Founder/Entertainer
As First Mate Sassafras, Bridget brings her creativity and passion for entertainment to MacDudley Dragon Games. Her experience as a visually impaired woman inspires many of our games and activities, helping to create authentic experiences that promote understanding and awareness.
Specialties:
Captain MacScurvy (Allen Ackley)
Founder/CEO/Site
As Scottish Pirate Captain Horatio MacScurvy, Allen leads the MacDudley Dragon Entertainment experience with vision and determination. Inspired by her father who farmed with prosthetics, she is committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone can participate and enjoy.
Specialties:
Ticket Goddess (Kristen Knotek)
Ticket Master
Known as the Ticket Goddess, Kristen ensures that all our events run smoothly from registration to completion. Her attention to detail and customer service skills make her an invaluable member of the MacDudley crew.
Specialties:
Mark Charles Windon
General Operations Director & Merchant Coordinator
Has been involved in craft, renaissance, and reenactment fairs for over 30 years. Mark brings extensive experience in event operations and merchant coordination to the MacDudley crew.
Specialties:
Ryan Suender
Website Wizard
Ryan designed and developed this website, along with many others for clients across a range of industries. Ryan is currently a Cybersecurity student at WMU and has a strong passion for website design, development, and AI automation, often exploring innovative tools and techniques to enhance user experience and functionality. His commitment to staying ahead of the curve makes him a valuable resource for modern digital solutions.
Specialties:
Join Our Crew
Passionate about disability awareness, entertainment, or just love pirates? We're always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our crew for events and activities.
Whether you have a disability or simply want to help promote awareness, we welcome all who share our mission and values.
What People Say About Our Crew
"Very merry at MacDudley's Midsummer Fest. That's what I felt. So sayer the Idiot Ric Roc. Great people came to the Parrot Loft Stage and we laughed and I cried. Some of you know of what I speak. It was a welcome relief to be with friends and strangers alike. Some strangers became friends and some friends were strange. What more might you want? There was much to experience with many merchants offering their wares. Clothing, jewelry, sun catchers and decorative board designs were a sampling of what was offered. Easy parking, low entry price and plenty ofspace if you desired to be 6' from others made MacDudleys even more enjoyable. Lo, there is room for expansion so you merchant types should put your name in the pool now. The entertainment was … very … entertaining and … varied. Sword fighting, belly dancing, music, magic, juggling, live action role players, games and caterpillar racing. Great times. Join us presently in the future of 2022 for another thrilling romp into the past"
- Rick Carver
"Was a fun, well organized, affordable family friendly event! Everyone was so nice! The Secret Bellydancers had a great time!"
- Lisa Lanae Edwards Lohman