When you see the lights go up, the stage curtains part, and the set come alive — a lot of it comes down to what’s behind the scenes in the fabric.
At Equus Fabrics, we supply theatre fabric that meets three critical demands: look, performance, and safety.
We carry wide-width, fire-rated fabrics ideal for stage and event use — all Canadian IFR Velour, Duvetyne, 118″ Batiste fabric for theatrical and event use.
What we specialize in!
Heavy matte fabrics for blackout/backdrop (e.g., Duvetyne, Velour)
Sheers and lightweight fabrics for layered theatrical scenery or ceiling treatments
Wide widths (118″ or more) so long runs have fewer seams and look professionally finished
For theatres, performance venues, churches, event halls:
Optical control: A heavy matte fabric absorbs light spill and reflections — critical when lighting designers are working.
Acoustic & staging control: Some fabrics help stage crews mask walls, hide rigging, and give a clean backdrop.
Safety compliance: Fire-rating is non-negotiable in most commercial/performance installations (certificates for NFPA 701 / CAN/ULC-S109 etc.)
We stock Canadian-friendly widths and rolls, ready to ship across Canada (no long waits overseas)
We can handle both the base fabric and the Canadian fire code standards; finishing/pressing of it — custom sizes, print overlays, special colours
We understand the theatre/event market and what people mean when they say “theatre fabric” — it’s not upholstery, it’s not everyday drapery — it’s built for performance.
Need theatre fabric by the yard or by the roll? Whether you’re outfitting a small stage, a full theatre house, or event drapery for a large hall — we’ve got you. Contact us today and let’s talk what you need.
