ShowTex theatre and event blog

How to choose the right Dance & Event Floor?

ShowTex offers a variety of performance and event floor surfaces for permanent, semi-permanent and temporary applications in a wide range of colours and finishes.

Creating hologram effects with textiles

ProScen • In the creation of hologram effects, there’s a major shift going on from complex mirror setups to creative projection textiles. How do scenographers do it, and at what cost?

From smart design to high quality recycling

Given our position as a leading supplier of flame retardant drapery, curtain tracks, and motion control systems to the theatrical, entertainment and event production industry, ShowTex promotes sustainability and encourages environmental awareness within our own business and in the industry at large.

GiantMirror on tour with Leandro Erlich

Defying the laws of gravity with ShowTex GiantMirror

How to choose your perfect printed backdrop

Make your choice from an extensive collection of polyester and PVC materials, acoustic fabrics or eco-friendly solutions, all with their own characteristics to suit your project.

Acoustic textiles turn former prison into theatre

AV&Entertainment • Acoustic wool and decorative sheers transformed the former dome prison of Breda into a unique performance venue. (article in Dutch)

Flame Retardant Standards

In order to provide the maximum safety level for our worldwide customers, ShowTex conducts a variety of Flame Retardant standard tests for all fabrics.

Perks of working with a global organization

With more than 10 offices spread over 5 continents, and more than 300 employees from over 40 different countries, we surely are worthy of our title “international company”. But did you know that working locally with a global partner comes with many advantages?

The versatility of string curtains

String curtains can be used in any type of setting, from the smallest office spaces to the most extravagant stages. On the lookout for a creative backdrop that fits your needs? Discover the versatility of flame-retardant string curtains.

As flexible as it gets: AluShape

Discover AluShape, an innovation in three-dimensional scenic sculpturing. Though surprisingly lightweight, its aluminium core makes it fully self-supportive and mouldable into any form you like.