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Stage curtains are special!

Custom-tailored for every theatre, stage curtains are one of the most visible parts of any stage. They must be rugged, beautiful…and flame retardant. Typically sewn from panels of cotton velour, time and dust will eventually cause stage curtains to become fragile, tattered, faded remnants of their former glory.

Depending on the environment in which they hang, and how they are maintained, most stage curtains will loose their flame retardancy and need to be replaced after 10 or 20 years.

Parlights can help.

Our team has the expertise to help you evaluate, budget, and replace your curtains if necessary. Often, the information we need is located on a tag at the bottom of each curtain.

If a site visit to measure and evaluate your curtains is required, Parlights will schedule a time to meet with you at your facility and take the appropriate measurements.
(this service is offered at no charge to many customers in the Mid-Atlantic region).

How do I get started?

You can also reach us via telephone,
301.698.9242

Additional Resources:

Click here for a great article about Stage Curtains, and Flame Retardant treatments in general

Click here for additional information from Parlights about Stage Curtains.

Types of Stage Curtains

On a typical stage there are three main types of curtains.

Main Drape
There is usually a front curtain or main drape. It is often made in two panels that are attached to a track and separate from the center moving to each side of the stage. This is called a Bi-parting traveler. Often there is a border or valence of the same color just in front of the Main Drape.

Masking Curtains
Depending on the size of the stage there may be a series of Legs and Borders. The Legs are narrow vertical panels on each side, masking the backstage area. The Borders are horizontal panels above the stage to mask lighting, tracks, and pipes.

Backdrop Curtains
Usually there is some type of curtain at the rear of the stage. This might be a Cyclorama (“Cyc”) that is used as a back drop for reflecting colored light or special effects. Additionally (or alternately), there is often a black curtain that is made up of one or two sections (a bi-parting curtain similar to the Main Drape).

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