ShowTex theatre and event blog

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.

Build it yourself using EasyDrape

The new ShowTex EasyDrape is now even easier to use thanks to the versatile coupler and telescopic horizontal drape supports with double hook-and-loop fastener....

Printing Techniques

ShowTex is equipped with 3m and 5m large scale printers for all your wide format printing needs. This guide will help you choose the right material, finishing, and printing method to obtain the best result.

Curtain Pleats & Finishes

Curtains can be sewn flat or with fullness and finished in numerous ways, according to the fabric, application, and dimensions of the curtain. Here's an overview.

Laureus Sports Awards

LSi - During the Laureus Sports Awards Show, all nominees & winners were presented to the audience using a ShowTex RP Grey screen. (in English)

14-18

LSi - Mobile set pieces made of hundreds of metres of ShowTex textiles bring the audience closer to the action. (in English)

Theatre De Kolk

Zichtlijnen - High-quality theatre curtains & innovative suspension systems by ShowTex. (in Dutch)