J.R. CLANCY HISTORY When John Clancy was a young stagehand
In 2011, the company joined Wenger
employed at the Grand Opera House in
Corporation, a renowned leader in music
Syracuse, New York, he recognized that
and theatre education and performance
standard pulleys could not handle the
solutions. This collaboration united
complex and heavy scenery required for
their extensive histories of innovation,
newer productions. His inventive spirit led
unwavering commitment to safety and
him to engineer a series of heavy-duty
a strong focus on customer service.
pulleys and groundbreaking inventions in
Today, J.R. Clancy is a brand of Wenger
his workshop. These not only made
Corporation, and the product line
intricate scene changes possible, but
showcases the dedication to upholding
heralded a transformation in the field
the same standards of quality, safety
of theatre rigging itself. Clancy’s solutions
and success set forth by John Clancy over
earned him a reputation, and soon,
a century ago. J.R. Clancy products and
theaters from across the country were
solutions continue to provide invaluable
seeking his specialized rigging expertise.
support to theaters of all sizes and types,
In 1885, he founded J.R. Clancy, Inc., which would become a leading theatrical rigging
ensuring the magic of live performances unfolds flawlessly.
company in the United States. J.R. Clancy's commitment to innovation endured and evolved over the years. The company's dedication to safety and quality led to significant developments including the creation of fire safety systems, rigging motorization and state-of-the-art control systems.
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