J.R. Clancy

12/16/2024

- This one was sent in by a follower with this note, "650lbs scenic piece on schedule 20" This one is definitely a case of overloading a pipe batten. THAT is scary given the amount of deflection/bend you see from the point load of the scenery.

12/13/2024

Some of our favorite Sondheim quotes! What is yours?
Have you checked out our latest blog post?

12/13/2024

12/12/2024

"Nunsense" opened on this day 39 years ago!

12/12/2024

This custom Diva® Acoustical Shell was one part of the Gogue Performing Arts Center project at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama.
Read the full project profile on our site. http://ow.ly/LLUT50MIpeH

12/11/2024

The Lieto is the first LED light fixture specifically designed for use in Wenger full-stage acoustical shells. http://ow.ly/Agta50MaTx0

Designed to be quiet, cool, and efficient, they require no cooling fans, have no detectable RFI and do not buzz.

12/09/2024

Check out our newest blog post at performance.wengercorp.com/in-the-wings

12/09/2024

- Utilizing unrated hardware to suspend a batten, such as dog clips and swing set chain, is a sure way to have an accident. Use properly rated hardware such as shackles and proof coil 30 chain. Temporary rigging of soft goods should also utilize unwaxed 1/8” Tie line or sash cord.

Submit your scary rigging photos here: https://www.jrclancy.com/scary-rigging.php

12/06/2024

The Vantis™ Pendant Controller offers simple control of up to eight machines. Selection of multiple hoists or other machine types is easy as well as the ability to move them to a pre-set position together. Find out more: http://ow.ly/FTrX50K9XST

12/05/2024

Backstage Storage Hack! Submit yours today at wengercorp.com/teacher-resources
"We provide laundry baskets during shows that require characters to perform quick costume changes. Each actor has an assigned laundry basket labeled with their name and character. Crew members are ready when the actor comes off stage. They assist the actor in changing their costume; their current costume comes off quickly and into the basket...the new costume is put on so the actor can return to the stage. If the costume is needed again in the show, the crew can re-hang or prepare the original costume in the basket. If not the baskets are stored right under the fly rail, out of the way from people moving around backstage. At the end of the show all costumes are rehung and baskets are empty."

12/04/2024

The annual Auditoria showcase has just been published, and it features Jacobs Music Center in San Diego. You can read about this amazing space and the Wenger | J.R. Clancy contributions here: https://auditoria.mydigitalpublication.co.uk/2025-annual-showcase/page-28

12/02/2024

- Keep loose items off your grid to prevent accidents!

Submit your scary rigging photos here: https://www.jrclancy.com/scary-rigging.php

11/30/2024

Read more on our blog! Rigging 101!

11/28/2024

Take a look at our 3D models of performing arts spaces. They demonstrate the benefits of our products and show how we can enhance each performing arts facility to create the ultimate venue. performance.wengercorp.com/facilities/

11/27/2024