Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1976 - or 39-years.
What is your primary product or service?
Full Architectural services for design and construction of facilities for the performing arts.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Early career involved RF McCann as composer/pianist/conductor for musical comedy productions. Transition to architecture was to provide performance venues that would encourage audience and artist development throughout the US.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Together with predecessor firm, B. Marcus Priteca, Architect, with theatre designs dating from 1910, we are oldest, most prolific and experienced theatre architectural firm in western US. Firm leadership under Richard McCann dates from October 1971.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Formerly, 2-locations: Seattle and Los Angeles.until 1992. Currently, 1-location, Pasadena, CA..
Provide detailed directions to your location
Pasadena office is located in City of Sierra Madre, off Baldwin Avenue 1-1/2 miles north of the 210-Freeway.
What type of payments do you accept?
All project activities are performed according to contract terms and conditions.
Which areas do you service?
States throughout the western US.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Richard F. McCann, FAIA
What are your hours of operation?
9-am through 7-pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"That they enjoyed attending an event in one of our theatres"
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"If you can dream it, you can do it" (Walt Disney)