Austrian Stage Drape - See Its Raising and Lowering

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Sometimes referred to as a “Puff Drape” the Austrian Drape is one of the most beautiful drapery styles and suits a grand theatre very well.
The video shows an Austrian Curtain being raised and lowered. The amount of lift on each drawline is equal, and the drape must be lifted across all lines at an equal speed / height.
This beautiful red austrian stage drape, shown on the Ruby Princess, shows the drama and elegance that can be achieved with an Austrian Drape.
Once available only as a purchased item and requiring investment in an expensive lift system, a drape such as this would previously have been used only in permanent installations. Today, Austrian Drapes and Lift Systems are now available for rental, offering a great alternative for a touring show or short-term special event.
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[@stephenholroyd4064]

More often know in the UK as Reefer tab. due to ships sails (reefed)

[@TheVintagemale]

This is great! Do you need a fly system for this or is is motorized?

[@sewwhatinc]

These are motorized systems. Typical trim required to hide the drape and mechanism once deployed would be around 5 feet above the proscenium.