School Stage Curtains and Drapery

School Stage Curtains and Drapery

School Stage Curtains & Drapery

For over 20 years, schools have trusted us to outfit their stages and auditoriums with beautiful and affordable curtains and drapery. Whether your school needs a new velour stage curtain, a custom valance with chenille lettering, or a curtain track and rigging installation, you can count on our team of designers and installers to have your stage ready for another year of school performances and events.

There are lots of things to consider before ordering school stage curtains. We realize that the process of choosing stage curtains for your school stage can feel like a daunting task so we've listed the most important things to consider below.

School Stage Curtain Layout Illustration

Types of School Stage Curtains

The diagram at left shows a typical stage curtain layout. Your school's stage layout may be different but this is a good place to start. School Stage Curtains can be categorized into three types: proscenium or main curtainsmasking curtains, and backdrops or cycloramas.

School Stage Curtain Fabrics

Choosing Fabric for School Stage Curtains

Depending on curtain type, certain fabrics tend to work better than others. For example, stage curtains are typically made from heavier velours while backdrops are made from scrim or muslin. Our suggestions for curtain and backdrops are listed below. View our full line of fabrics here.

Suggested Velour Combinations for Main and Back Curtains

Premium Polyester - 25 oz. Charisma (main) and 20 oz. Crescent (back)

Performance Polyester - 20 oz. Crescent (main) and 15 oz. Valdosta (back) / Cotton - 25 oz. Memorable (main) and 21 oz. Marvel (back)

Budget Polyester - 22 oz. Valdosta (main) and 15 oz. Valdosta (back) / Cotton - 21 oz. Marvel (main) and 16 oz. Commando (back)

Suggested Backdrop Fabrics

Muslin, Canvas, Scrim (great for lighting effects like reveals), and economical black fabrics like Valdosta, Commando and Marvel.

School Stage Flame Retardant Ratings

Stage Fabric Flame Retardancy

Most fabric is flammable. Some theatrical fabrics, however, have inherent flame retardant characteristics, wile others can be made to be flame retardant with chemical treatment. Federal regulations require that theatrical fabrics hung in schools, theatres and venues be flame retardant. Learn more about flame retardancy ratings.

School Stage Curtain Track

Hanging School Stage Curtains

School stage curtains can be hung in a variety of ways. They can be tied to pipe or be made with webbing and grommets so they may be hung from stage curtain track with drapery hardware. Curtain track can be straight or curved, ceiling mounted or suspended, motorized, rope-operated, or walk-along (hand-pulled). While your school's individual curtain track installation may differ, 280-Series track is typically used for main stage curtains, 170-Series for the back, and 140-Series for curved applications. Planning for and purchasing stage curtain track should be done with the help of one of our stage curtain experts to ensure the safety of your crew and performers.

School Stage Curtain Finishes

School Stage Curtain Finishes

A stage curtain needs to be finished on the sides and bottom as well as the top. For example, scrims and cycs are sewn with a pipe pocket at the bottom so they can be weighted and ultimately hang straight; stage curtains are sewn with weight tape to achieve the same result. Your school stage's individual requirements will determine how your stage curtains are hung and how ultimately how your curtains are finished.

The two most common finishes requested are sewn with 50% fullness and 3" box pleats or flat. Usually, the main, valance and back curtains are sewn with 50% fullness and scrims and cycs are sewn flat.

Curtains hung from pipe are typically finished with webbing, grommets and ties, while curtains hung from track are sewn with webbing, grommets and s-hooks.

Explore all stage curtain finishes here.

School Stage Curtain Valance Lettering

Valance and Curtain Lettering

Need iconic Chenille lettering added to your school's curtains? We're happy to stitch your name, initials or logo onto a curtain in the colors and style of your choice. Learn more.

School Stage Skirting

Skirting for School Stages

Stage skirting is great for concealing the area under a stage from the audience's view. It's also sometimes used as a finishing touch. Contact one of our stage skirting experts for more info.

School Stage Curtain Cost

How much do school stage curtains cost?

Every school stage is different so the cost can vary greatly depending on the factors listed above. We work with schools and academic institutions of all sizes, from middle schools with the smallest of stages to universities with great performing arts centers. Whatever your needs and budget, our stage curtain experts will help you to realize the school stage of your dreams.

For additional information on school stage curtain care, measuring for stage curtains, and more, click here.

To receive a quote on school stage curtains please contact us or fill out our drapery quote request form.

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