ShowTex theatre and event blog

What is Trevira CS?

Flame retardant Trevira CS textiles meet the important international standards on fire safety, because they consist of fibres and yarns with "built-in safety”.

Creative Projection Surfaces

ShowTex fabric Projection Screens offer unique possibilities for stage and event productions. Whether you opt for stretch, mesh, sheers or textured fabric screens: when projecting on textiles, the possibilities are endless!

Track measurements vs curtain size

ShowTex offers a variety of curtain tracks for every weight of drape. Our tracks are made from experience and made to measure.

Touring Proof fabrics

A great collection of foldable, crease-free and easy to transport fabrics which are durable enough to take on tour!

Personalized concepts: Laser Cut Fabrics

ShowTex provides the latest in precision laser cutting technology to reproduce your artwork with mirror image accuracy....

Pepper's Ghost Effect - How it works

Pepper's ghost is an illusion technique used in theatre, dating into the 16th century, but still widely performed today. Learn how to use ShowTex Giant Mirror to obtain this hologram effect.

Curtain Openings

Here's an overview of the traditional front curtain openings used in theatres. Depending on the type, front curtains consist of a single section or two sections that can travel horizontally or vertically.

Screen Care & Maintenance

Read and follow these guidelines carefully to be able to enjoy your screen problem-free for a long time.

Possible Screen Finishes

Our projection screens are availble in a variety of top, bottom and side finishes. Check all possibilities here.

Theatre terminology

Have you ever wondered what certain theatre terms mean? We thought we’d help you understand some of the commonly used theatre terminology and clear up the confusion.