Wool Serge is the workhorse for on-stage masking, perimeter and acoustic drapery in the entertainment and events industry.
Make sure to check out J&C Joel’s full range of Wool Serge fabrics.
Coloured Wool Serge (Chroma Key)
A specially dyed Wool Serge, which enables special effects via the camera and mixing equipment.
Our quality Serge is made from virgin wool. Tay has a denser weave from finer threads; this produces great acoustic absorbency, especially in the lower frequencies. It also drapes wonderfully with a soft luxurious handle.
A lightweight, cost-effective IFR wool serge suitable for a variety of applications.
The workhorse for on-stage masking, perimeter and acoustic drapery in the entertainment and events industry.
A hard-wearing fabric perfect for creating a black box on stage or masking offstage areas and equipment.
A premium, heavy-weight wool serge fabric renowned for its durability and rich, light-absorbing texture. This high-quality wool serge is the go-to fabric for theatrical settings, touring shows and hire drapes. Its dense weave not only delivers a luxurious appearance but also enhances acoustic performance, making it a preferred choice for stage professionals worldwide.
A popular fabric for perimeter and production drapes due to its wide range of colours and acoustic properties.
Tekstil Teknikk – Oslo, Norway
Country: Oslo, Norway Completion: April 2025 Technology: Acoustic Drapery, Creative Drapery, Manufacturing. Venue and Usage: Convention Centre Fabrics Used: Black Wool Serge 565, 1.5m Overview: Working with long-standing customer Tekstil Teknikk, J&C Joel manufactured an exceptionally large Austrian drape for a convention centre south of Oslo. The project showcased both the scale of our manufacturing capabilities and the expertise of our production team. The finished drape measured …
Chapter House, Christ Church – Oxford, UK
Country: Oxford, United Kingdom Completion: March 2025 Technology: Acoustic Drapery, Manufacturing. Venue and Usage: Museum, Event Venue, Fabrics Used: Orta 1.37 m Blonde (Bespoke Fabric, Face) Coloured Wool Serge 1.5m Natural (Lining) Overview: The restoration of the historic Chapter House at Christ Church revived one of Oxford’s most important medieval interiors for modern use. Built in the 13th century, the Chapter House originally served as a meeting …
Theatre and staging have a lot of terminology. Sometimes it’s difficult to know what the best fabric and flooring is for each section of it and what each section does. To help make this easier to break down for you, J&C Joel has put together this useful image, as well as some recommendations of what fabric you should be using for each section. Cyclorama Also known as: …
Country: Leeds, United Kingdom Completion: August 2025 Capacity: N/A Technology: Over Stage Engineering, Traditional Drapery, Track System, Manufacturing Venue and Usage: Film and media Recording Overview: ILE Solutions are a specialised sub-contractor focusing on blinds, curtains, and acoustic installations within commercial environments. After securing a project for a small recording company located in the historic Electric Press building in Millennium Square, Leeds, they sought additional expertise to …