Schell Scenic Studio, Inc.

Schell Scenic Studio, Inc. We are your best resource for Scenic Backdrops, Stage Lighting, Theatrical Equipment, Drapery and Supplies. Large inventory and Nationwide Shipping! Gustav Jr.

In 1884 Gustav G. Schell Sr., a German immigrant, moved to the United States and settled in Columbus, Ohio, with his father at the age of six. Gustav was married to Flora Trautman in 1898; the couple had seven children - Dorothy, Herbert, Norma, Carolyn, Betty, Gustav Jr., and Robert. Near the turn of the century Gustav was employed at Ambruster Scenic Studios in Columbus. After several years of t

raining, the young man opened his own small scenic design studio at the Empire Theatre on East Gay Street in Columbus in 1904. All of the children grew up around the studio. The girls helped with sewing while the boys worked in the shop. Gustav Schell Jr. (Gus), and Herbert were most actively involved in the business. Gus started in the shop at the age of eight, cleaning paint brushes, and since graduation from high school worked in the theatrical industry. Herbert worked as a carpenter in the shop after graduation from high school in 1928. Then he left the company to become the first stage manager at the Ohio Theatre in Columbus. He held that position until 1956 when he assumed the position of stage manager at the newly opened Veterans Memorial Auditorium. Gustav Schell Sr. was a charter member of IATSE Local 12. When he was not working in the studio, he was employed on various stages in Columbus as a stagehand. Herbert was a member of Local 12 and its business agent for 35 years. Gustav (Gus) Schell Jr. was a member of Local 12, as is his son, Philip. I.A.T.S.E.When the studio opened, its inventory was primarily backdrops, draperies, and advertising curtains. Today, the studio offers not only one of the midwest's largest inventories of scenic backdrops but also offers a complete selection of theatrical equipment. As technology changes, so does the studio's inventory. Philip, the third generation in the Schell Scenic Studio family tradition, believes in the philosophy of offering the customer courteous and personalized service. The Schell Scenic Studio looks forward to carrying on the family tradition of offering fine quality products and service, established by our founder, to today's customers.

08/31/2016

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08/29/2016

Looking to paint your own scene? Our scenic paints are perfect for your set! http://bit.ly/2bLj00T

Our extensive selection of lamps is unlike any other. We offer everything from 30w Par-36's to 5000 w CHT g-38's. In oth...
08/26/2016

Our extensive selection of lamps is unlike any other. We offer everything from 30w Par-36's to 5000 w CHT g-38's. In other words, we've got it all! http://bit.ly/2c3bPFw

Since 1904, we've been proudly serving the theater industry. Our scenic backdrop selection is unmatched! http://bit.ly/2...
08/23/2016

Since 1904, we've been proudly serving the theater industry. Our scenic backdrop selection is unmatched! http://bit.ly/29FKRg6

Schell Scenic offers a variety of special effect equipment pieces. From dry ice machines to fog machines, bubble machine...
07/25/2016

Schell Scenic offers a variety of special effect equipment pieces. From dry ice machines to fog machines, bubble machines and more!

Since 1904 we've been providing theatrical equipment to customers all over the country.

We specialize in rare/ hard to find stage & studio lamps. Browse our selection of theater lighting options here
07/20/2016

We specialize in rare/ hard to find stage & studio lamps. Browse our selection of theater lighting options here

Since 1904 we've been providing theatrical equipment to customers all over the country.

07/15/2016

Looking for props or theater lighting? We've got it all!

Since 1904 we've been providing theatrical equipment to customers all over the country.

Stage and studio lamps (even the hard to find ones!) can be found conveniently on one page: http://bit.ly/291o0NO
06/30/2016

Stage and studio lamps (even the hard to find ones!) can be found conveniently on one page: http://bit.ly/291o0NO

Since 1904 we've been providing theatrical equipment to customers all over the country.

06/29/2016

As pioneers in the theatrical industry for over 100 years, Schell Studios now offers custom backdrops and borders http://bit.ly/29kEQab

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06/28/2016

Looking for theater props? Be sure to have a look at our huge selection here http://bit.ly/28ZOb69

Since 1904, Schell Studios has been providing scenic backdrops and a complete selection of theatrical equipment. Read up...
06/28/2016

Since 1904, Schell Studios has been providing scenic backdrops and a complete selection of theatrical equipment. Read up on our history here: http://bit.ly/294N8VH

Address

841 South Front Street
Columbus, OH
43206

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

(614) 444-9550

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