Clear-Com Reinforces Commitment to Next-Gen Production with USITT 2026 Sponsorship

Clear-Com has confirmed its continued sponsorship of the USITT Stage Management Award at the upcoming United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) Annual Conference & Stage Expo. The event, taking place from 18–21 March 2026 in Long Beach, California, will see the intercom specialist mark two decades of supporting professional development for emerging production talent.

The award, which Clear-Com has backed since 2006, recognises students who demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills within high-pressure live performance and production environments. The formal presentation is scheduled for Thursday, 18 March, at 2 p.m. in the Terrace Theatre at the Long Beach Convention Center.

Alongside its educational initiatives, Clear-Com will showcase its latest IP-based and hybrid communication solutions at Booth #1207. Key technology highlights include:
• HelixNet® 4-Channel Beltpack: The newest addition to the digital partyline family, designed for enhanced multi-team coordination.
• FreeSpeak Icon™: A premium 1.9 GHz wireless solution featuring nine programmable buttons and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, specifically engineered for complex broadcast and OB workflows.
• Arcadia® Central Station: A scalable IP-intercom platform that unifies wired, wireless, and digital systems into a single RU frame.
• Virtual Ecosystem: Hands-on demos of the Gen-IC® cloud intercom, the Agent-IC® mobile app, and the Station-IC™ virtual desktop client.

The exhibit is designed to address the increasing industry demand for flexible, hybrid, and remote production workflows. By engaging with students and emerging "A1s" and system technicians, Clear-Com aims to bridge the gap between academic training and professional-grade broadcast and live event standards.

Brian Grahn, Regional Sales Manager at Clear-Com, commented: "It is an honor to present the USITT Stage Management Award and to recognize the dedication and professionalism of emerging stage managers. Clear-Com is proud to have supported this award since 2006 and to continue recognizing students whose leadership and commitment are vital to live performance."

The conference serves as a key hub for over 5,000 professionals and educators, providing a vital platform for Clear-Com to demonstrate how its evolving ecosystem maintains signal integrity and clarity across increasingly sophisticated production landscapes.

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