Thern Stage Equipment

08/28/2026

💪 thank you ESTA

We are so grateful to all the ESTA members who made the 2026 Midwest Rigging Intensive possible. We might have been talking about failure, but the event was a success with the help of our sponsors! Your dedication to safety and education exemplifies the ESTA spirit.

THANK YOU!
Chain Level Sponsor: DeLong Rigging Solutions
Cable Level Sponsors: ETC, MainStage Theatrical Supply, Inc., Reed Rigging, Inc., Thern Stage Equipment, Vertigo
Rope Level Sponsors: Earl Girls Inc., Sapsis Rigging, Inc.
Cord Level Sponsors: Athena Theatrical, Reid Neslage
Media Sponsors: Protocol, Lighting&Sound America

08/11/2026

Creating new stage projects with Thern JUST got easier! 💎

Finding the right product files shouldn’t slow down your design process.

Thern Stage products now include data-rich BIM objects ready for your project models.

Follow the steps below to start using BIM-ready products.

08/10/2026

Don't let the lack of fly space be the reason why you're venue feels flat. 🫠
It's a perfect place for a roll drop.

Let it hold fabric backdrops, screens, acoustic curtains, and other soft good materials.

A stage roll drop allows your venue to incorporate dynamic elements that may otherwise be impossible. 🙌

Curious about the specs?
Check it out here:
https://f.mtr.cool/fhcgqonqjj

08/10/2026

If your counterweight equipment turns you into a pretzel, here is your sign that you need front-loading arbors.

Safer. Faster. Innovative.

The Brickhouse Arbors deliver a level of convenience and safety that makes sense.

Bricks install faster and safer from the front of the arbor and can be loaded on any shelf to easily counterbalance your scenery, lighting, curtains, and other production elements.

No more loading from the bottom up!

Hold more weight, more securely, and in less space, to travel longer distances.

Learn more about our counterweight equipment here:
https://f.mtr.cool/osgcmpgssh

08/04/2026

Theatre design already has enough moving parts.

Hunting for product files, modeling equipment from scratch, and relying on generic placeholders? We can leave those steps behind.

Select Thern Stage products are now available as BIM objects!

That means you can:

✅ Work with accurate product dimensions
✅ Access key specifications and configurations
✅ Plan equipment placement earlier
✅ Reduce reliance on generic placeholders
✅ Keep product information connected to the model

Comment the word "BIM" if you're ready to stop starting from scratch!

08/02/2026

At Thern Stage Equipment, if you can dream it, we can build it. For instance, our collaboration with the University of Toronto Mississauga Art Gallery. As you’ll soon see, this project showcases our ability to provide ...

Custom stage rigging solution by Thern for the University of Toronto Mississauga Art Gallery—engineered for precision and perfect performance.

07/26/2026

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07/19/2026

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Learn about the importance of load capacity calculations and how getting them right is critical for the safety of your stage’s rigging system.

07/12/2026

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Learn why it’s important to design your stage rigging system for accessibility, as well as some tips on how to do it for your venue.

07/05/2026

Understanding the Role of Limit Switches Ever wonder how your Counterweight Assist Hoist (CWA) knows when to stop? You’ve got counterweight limit switches to thank for that! While they might not be the most glamorous pa...

CWA hoist limit switches keep your stage safe, preventing costly damage and ensuring smooth theater operations. Learn about Thern Stage Equipment's easy-to-install safety system.