Curt Kucik
Electrical Department Head

Curt has been with Chicago Scenic for more than 20 years and has supplied electrical solutions to many challenging projects during that time. His extensive experience provides Chicago Scenic with the flexibility to work on electrical projects ranging from legitimate theater to special project requirements.

For example, Curt developed the automated radio controls that moved the show’s ice rink across the stage for Radio City’s 75th Christmas spectacular. Curt also created the extensive electronics system for Santastic™, a larger-than-life, interactive holiday attraction that featured complex electrical components, including an operable Naughty & Nice meter and a conveyor belt that transported gifts from the Elves’ workshop to Santa’s gift bag.

Curt began his career with private engineering and contracting projects in 1980 when he became an Illinois licensed electrician. In 1985, Curt earned his BS, triple majoring in history, philosophy and political science at Elmhurst College. While completing his degree, Curt worked as a master electrician and later head electrician for the college. In 1987, Curt received his MA in public policy analysis from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. He joined Chicago Scenic that same year and in 1990 became a licensed supervising electrician with the City of Chicago.

As head of Chicago Scenic’s electric department, Curt was a major contributor to the company’s new CS Control system which has powered automated cues for a number of automotive manufacturer press reveals since its development in 2006.

Curt has also earned many certifications, including ETCP. He is a factory-trained CM technician, a PLC programmer, and a Local 2 journeyman with IATSE. In addition, he is responsible for electrical engineering for the company, and is responsible for its continued listing as an UL-Article 508 panel shop.