Not just on performers, but on stages as well. Think of the beating that active musicians can impose on your stage, and then consider how long it’ll last if they keep it up. If you’re frequently playing host to active music bands, then it’s worth investing in a stage that can withstand the frequent punishment …
Church plays are a great way of adding to your weekly sermon, letting you take a slightly more light-hearted approach once in a while. They’re also a great way to encourage younger members of your church to get involved. After all, one of the best ways to learn is to teach, or act in this …
A recent production of Hamlet – directed by Sarah Frankcom and starring Maxine Peake in the eponymous leading role – has been gathering much interest in the arts world for its bold choice of gender-swapping. In Sarah Frankcom’s production, Maxine Peake plays a decidedly female Hamlet, a choice that also makes for an excellent and …
One of the main venues in need of stages, in our experience, are schools, both primary and secondary. Our stage systems are separated into different styles based on their major features, but many schools who get in touch with us aren’t sure of the difference. While we’re always happy to hear from you, we thought …
So, you have your play ready, and the performers are prepared. The stage is set, literally, and your tickets are sold out. But where are the audience going to sit? You’re not expecting them to stand for the whole performance, surely. So, there’s one more thing to plan: an audience seating arrangement for your play. …
Along with our options for stages, Mainstage also offer a range of seating options, including platforms for tiered seating. But what is tiered seating, when should you use it, and what are the advantages? What is it? A tiered seating system is one in which each row is set at incremental heights, so the seats …
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Traditionally produced around Christmas time, school plays can actually be put on at any time, and producing one around July is a wonderful end to the school year. It gives you the perfect platform to introduce children to music and drama in a positive way, and have lots of fun in the process. Plays are …
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It’s been another year, and yet again we’re excited to be going to the Association of British Theatre Technicians annual Theatre Show. If you haven’t registered yet, it’s a free event, and this is your chance to learn, share experience and even make some industry contacts, all while enjoying the wonderful displays on show. The …
With the weather getting brighter and the sun staying in the sky for longer festival season is most definitely upon us. Here at Mainstage we have an extensive range of stages that can take care of all your festival needs. If you are looking to house lighting rigs, sound systems, bass bins and even concert …
Our Debut range is great for re-usable, incredibly customisable stages, especially for smaller groups. The small, lightweight design, measuring at 750mm per piece, makes them easy to transport and arrange, even for a single person! They also stack incredibly well, so you can take apart a large stage and store it almost anywhere with a …