ShowTex theatre and event blog

The power of imagination comes to life with ShowTex

AV & Stage - A short summary of the endless possibilities when working with ShowTex. (in Dutch)

Sustainable Innovation

One of the main challenges for the theatre and performing arts industry is sustainability. Over the past ten years, our struggle to save the planet has resulted in a variety of industry-specific initiatives and standards that are making a measurable difference.

AV Drop: Revolutionary Backdrop System

AV Drop is a freestanding & modular system for creating sleek backdrop & temporary walls up to 6 meters high and of infinite width, in a minimum of time.

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.