Kristian Vatalaro

Kristian Vatalaro is an experienced Engineering Projects and Quality Manager currently serving at Wenger | J.R. Clancy since October 2025. Previously, Vatalaro held similar roles at Texas Scenic Company from November 2016 to December 2025 and was notably the Director of Project Management and Senior Project Manager. Vatalaro's expertise includes coordinating installations of stage rigging, tension wire grids, and lift systems, ensuring effective collaboration with structural, electrical, and mechanical trades while monitoring budgets and schedules. Prior professional experience includes a role as Project Manager at Pook Diemont & Ohl, Inc. from September 1996 to November 2016 and freelance work as a Theatre Technician from February 1993 to August 1996. Vatalaro also served as Assistant Production Coordinator at New York City Opera for a brief period in 1995. Vatalaro earned a BFA in Theatre Design Technology from Purchase College, SUNY, between 1992 and 1996.