Theatre Restoration | John Canning & Co.

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P E R F E C T I N G P R E S E R V A T I O N TM

celebrating 40 years of

P E R F E C T I N G P R E S E R VAT I O N T M

War Memorial Opera House, San Francisc Radio City Music Hall, New York, NY

Infinitely curious, driven by perfection.

The dignity of landmark concert halls, the elegance of historic theatres, and the full-blown fantasies of 1920s-40s movie theaters are the architectural embodiment of our entertainment history – both classical and popular cultures.

Restoration, Research, Discovery, & Design Restoration Planning & Fundraising Consultation Historic Structures Reports Plaster Assessment & Surveys Historic Paint Studies Materials Testing & Analyisis Period Interior Design Commissioned Artwork In Situ Mockups Watercolor Renderings

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Plaster Subtrates

Traditional Decoration Methods & Materials

Ornamental Plaster Casting, Fabrication, & Carving Traditional Three-Coat Plaster Traditional Lime Plaster Historic Plaster Conservation & Consolidation Stabilization & Reattachment Scagliola

Murals & Fine Art Decorative Painting Stenciling & Tromp L’oeil Faux Marbres & Faux Bois Stone & Metal Restoration Wood Restoration Gilding & Glaziing Fine Art Conservation

War Memorial Opera House, San Francisc Radio City Music Hall, New York, NY

Infinitely curious, driven by perfection.

The dignity of landmark concert halls, the elegance of historic theatres, and the full-blown fantasies of 1920s-40s movie theaters are the architectural embodiment of our entertainment history – both classical and popular cultures.

AFTER

Stadium Theatre, Woonsocket, RI

BEFORE

Beliefs in Action

Knowledge, Integrity, & Detail

With a respect for historic integrity, we have collaborated with architects, fellow conservators, and contractors to preserve the architectural fabric of each building interior.

Preserving those environments for today’s performers and audiences provides them the opportunity to participate in the unfolding cultural heritage enveloped by historic places.

We have always prided ourselves on setting a solid strategy to work within budgets and schedules and the planning and research we put into each project is unparalleled in the industry.

Our reputation for professionalism, craftsmanship and high standards has allowed us to work in iconic buildings such as Radio City Music Hall (New York City), War Memorial Opera House (San Francisco), and the Academy of Music (Philadelphia).

We believe in and are guided by the principles of “do no harm�, and believe in the ability to solve problems and create new possibilities.

Everyday we recommit to these principles and look forward to the future with optimisim and energy.

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