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Technical Rehearsal Facility

A expansive 24,000 sqft technical rehearsal space capable of accommodating multiple systems simultaneously.
Features include:

  • 180' x 120' floor space
  • 40' ceiling
  • 1000 lbs per point on five foot centers
  • 3000 amps three phase power
  • Scissor lift reaching to 40' working height
  • Five loading docks & two pull thrus
  • Washer /dryer facilities on site
  • Fully staffed kitchen and dining room
  • Crews available for loading, unloading and set up

Programming Suite

Programming Suite at Upstaging, Inc.Programming live or virtually in this comfortable and peaceful environment. Suite includes recording studio quality sound with computer playback. Virtual programming off of 60" plasma monitors. When needed one can relax and refresh all without leaving the suite.

Custom Fabrication

From napkin sketch to execution, Upstaging?s fabrication department is capable of transforming concepts into production solutions. Whether it?s your design or a collaborative effort, our diverse staff of skilled craftsmen can provide the expertise to fabricate custom solutions tailored to solve your production needs. Although capable of large-scale fabrication, our focus is on provide smaller custom components, repairs to existing elements, and any last minute solutions that may arise. From welding aluminum or steel, to carpentry and applying a variety of finishes, every finishing detail will be provided timely and affordably.   Take a look at just a few of Upstaging's Solutions here.

Road Case Rental

A variety of road cases are available for rental, including wardrobe, office, workbox, storage and other custom cases. We offer a wide inventory of road cases and have provided tours with assorted cases from washers and dryers to props and various specialized equipment.

Carts & Crates

Safely transporting your custom items is always a must. Upstaging fabricates carts for transport of the scenery and other specialized equipment. Crates tailored made to fit its cargo offers an excellent level of protection when shipping cargo by any carrier or overseas.

Fabric & Drapes

Looking for theatrical drapes, then turn to our soft goods department. Choose from our inventory of rental soft goods, with available drape hardware, including electronic kabuki releases. We offer a variety of traditional fabrics, as well as, today?s specialized fabrics. Rental drapes come packed in hampers for ease of use. Need a quick change room or want to mask an area off, we can assemble a pipe and drape package to meet your needs. Don?t have what you need? No problem, our knowledgeable staff can assist with your custom drape desires.

Expendables & Rental Supplies

Don?t forget the little things. Upstaging offers an extensive selection of expendables. Everything from tapes, gels, flooring, batteries, sand bags, fog fluids, and anything in between, in stock and reasonable priced. Our rental inventory includes just the things you need to run a safe and efficient production. Contact us for such items like, cable ramps, printers, fax machines, or wireless internet.

Risers

Need elevation? Upstaging can rise to the occasion. Our rental riser inventory provides you with the flexibility of various riser sizes and styles. These durable high quality high quality platforms offer options like rolling frames, adjustable height legs, skirting, and carpet neatly packed on carts. Stair sections, handrails, or custom riser sections can be provided or fabricated as needed.

Storage

Whether you need pre-production staging or post production storage, Upstaging can accommodate. Our 120,000 indoor storage facility offers a variety of storage options, including temporary storage, long-term storage, or sizable staging areas for sorting. The fully staffed heated facility encompasses bulk storage, as well as, private 500 square foot lockable fenced areas. Facility is easily accessible with four loading docks and multiple street level docks. Simply put, Upstaging makes storage convenient, accessible, secure, all at an extraordinary rate.