Chicago's Premier Stagehand & Event Crew Partner

Trusted. Experienced. Show-Ready. We staff top-tier non-union stagehands, technicians, and production crews for concerts, corporate events, conventions, and live shows across the Chicagoland area.

Chicago Stagehand Services LLC is an independent, non-union crewing company and is in no way, shape, or form affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to IATSE Local 2, IATSE International, or any other union organization.

We fully respect the rights of stagehands and technicians to join the union and encourage our crew members to become union members or workers if they choose to do so.

Our Services

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Stagehands

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Audio, Lighting & Video Technicians

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Event Setup & Teardown Crew

About
Chicago Stagehand

ChicagoStagehand.com is a professional crewing company based in the heart of the Midwest. Originally founded in 2009, the company went dark during the pandemic. But like any great show, the comeback is better than the pause.

In 2025, a former crew member brought it back to life under the corporate entity Chicago Stagehand Services LLC—with fresh leadership and a no-nonsense approach to live events.

The new owner cut his teeth under the original founder before hitting the road as a lighting designer, director, production manager, and assistant tour manager for national touring acts. He’s been in the trenches—and knows what it takes to run a tight show.

We specialize in supplying top-tier stagehands, techs, and production pros for concerts, festivals, corporate shows, conventions, and tours. If it loads in and loads out—we’re there.

Our crew has worked on everything from presidential events to Super Bowls to cross-country tours. We thrive under pressure, don’t flinch when the clock’s ticking, and never bring the drama.

Whether it’s a one-day gig or a month-long build, our crew shows up early, stays sharp, and gets it done safely, professionally, and with rock-solid reliability.

Why Clients Choose Us:

  • Local Expertise – We know Chicagoland venues inside and out.

  • Trained, Insured Crew – Fully covered with liability insurance.

  • Last-Minute Ready – 24/7 support for emergency crew needs.

  • No-Nonsense Labor – Reliable, skilled, and professional from first call to final strike.

Let us be your trusted partner behind the scenes—because your show doesn’t run without a solid crew.

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