Mary Poppins the Musical

Mary Poppins the Musical

The wonderful Mary Poppins has made a triumphant return on Broadway and the big screen. People have once again fallen in love with this sassy nanny and are ready to welcome her back around the globe. With the success of Mary Poppins Returns in theaters now, there has been a wave of excited fans and […]

Grosh Introduces The Wizard of Oz Show Package

Grosh Introduces The Wizard of Oz Show Package

  Follow, Follow, Follow the yellow brick road to Grosh Backdrops and Drapery newly designed and hand painted set of backdrops for the legendary show, The Wizard of Oz. The Iconic Story of Wizard of Oz The iconic story begins with an orphaned teenage girl, Dorothy, living on a small Kansas Farm with her Auntie […]

The Magic of Lighting

The Magic of Lighting

When it comes to setting the stage, lighting is critical. Whether you’re using backlighting or gels, it is possible to create a unique effect and custom backdrop look. Check out our lighting gallery for examples of backdrops lit in various ways to create mood and impact. View the Lighting Gallery: What are your favorite techniques […]

Will Your Rented Backdrops Pass a Fire Marshal Test?

Will Your Rented Backdrops Pass a Fire Marshal Test

Grosh’s Backdrops Do. When backdrops and drapery are being used in a public space (theater, auditorium, school, convention hall, etc.), it is the responsibility of the user of the backdrops to ensure the safety of attendees. This includes fire safety, specifically that all items are flame retardant. While actual fires are rare, another risk to […]

Spring’s Most Popular New Shows!

Springs Most Popular New Shows

The winner for “Spring’s Most Popular New Show” goes to…   The Little Mermaid!   (Thank you to the “Academy” of Grosh voting members for the results from our highly scientific vote!)   Since MTI released Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr. for licensing last year, the show has exploded in popularity among schools and children’s theatre. The […]

Giving Back Feels Good…Literally!

Giving Back Feels Good…Literally

I was a competitive runner for 8 years.  I experienced highs and lows throughout my athletic career; however one of the things that kept me coming back for more abuse was the possibility that my next runners high experience was just around the next block.  If you’ve never experienced runners high before, it’s an on cloud […]

Drum Roll Please…Now Playing, The Making of Grosh Backdrops…

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25 Fun and Random Facts About Grosh Backdrops and Drapery 1. Let’s start with Disney. Down the street on Hyperion Ave is Gelson’s Market, a local grocery store. In the parking lot, on one of the light posts, displays a plaque that recognized the existence of Disney studios. Because the studio was so close Walt Disney […]

Join Grosh Backdrops to Help Give Back!

Join Grosh Backdrops to Help Give Back

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi   5% of all proceeds from NEW orders placed between now and May 31st will be donated to one of the three charities of your choice, YOU choose! National Stroke Association, Make a Wish Foundation or the American Cancer Society. Together we can make […]

Grosh Backdrops is California’s Gold!

Grosh Backdrops is Californias Gold

Oh wow, that’s a-ma-zing!  Was pretty much the response when Huell Howser stopped by Grosh a couple weeks ago unannounced and said that he would like to feature Grosh in an episode of California’s Gold.  As promised, he came in the following Tuesday, just him and his camera man, and filmed the spot.  After filming wrapped […]

2009: The Year in Review

2009 The year in review

The Year in Review With 2009 coming to an end, I can’t help but think how bittersweet this year has been. Professionally, thanks to social media, I have made great strides in my career. Personally, I lost an uncle and one of my best friends. Together, we entered the year in a recession which was […]

How to turn a basketball court into a spectacular gala!

How to turn a basketball court into a spectacular gala

S2849 Church Interior Backdrop   See how S2849 Church Interior Backdrop transformed a basketball court into a spectacular gala! “Hi: I would first like to say that Carrie was so great to work with on my recent big Gala. She was very attentive, and caring. I have attached a couple of pictures for your review. […]

Top 10 places to visit while in Hollywood!

Top 10 places to visit while in Hollywood

S2163-Hollywood Hills and sign drop backdrop Meet Grosh’s Senior Backdrop Consultant Carrie John’s: One of the main reasons why I have been at Grosh for 18 years is that I love being a part of one the most unique, family owned scenic studios in Hollywood, California. I enjoy my job and thoroughly enjoy our customers! […]

The show MUST go on!***Contest***

The show MUST go on Contest

I am sure you all are just as tired as I am of hearing about balloon boy, or more appropriately “attic boy” but there is something to be learned by this media frenzy hoax. There are so many stories of people doing anything and everything they can to get ahead and make a quick profit, […]

Virtual Word of Mouth Brings the BBC to Grosh Backdrops!

Virtual Word of Mouth Brings the BBC to Grosh Backdrops

On Aug 30th, I posted a blog about 25 Fun and Random Things about Grosh Backdrops and Drapery in hopes of engaging our friends, fans and followers. I wanted everyone to know that Grosh is more than just a scenic rental company. We are a family, a fun company with a rich history and a lot to offer. When I […]

Grosh Backdrops and Drapery helps you tie the knot!

Grosh Backdrops and Drapery helps you tie the knot

S2746-Garden with Wall Backdrop A wedding planner came to visit me last month to take a look at a painted Wedding Chapel backdrop. I assumed that she would be using this item for a theatrical production; however I was only half correct. She explained that her plan was to use this as a backdrop scene for […]

When it Comes to Fashion, Grosh Backdrops and Drapery are Always in Season!

When it Comes to Fashion Grosh Backdrops and Drapery are Always in Season

This morning in Los Angeles, the soft morning light is quickly rising over the city skylineand will slowly climb over until it reaches a forecasted 90 degrees. Just up north in San Francisco, a friend of mine is commuting to work today in a heavy windbreaker through a foggy 62 degrees. In a few weeks, I too, […]

What You See, Is What You Get – with Grosh Backdrops and Drapery

What You See Is What You Get – with Grosh Backdrops and Drapery

I love great deals. Who doesn’t, right? In fact, If I am shopping for clothes online, I first search the sales and clearance items. I am not bargain shopper; I am smart shopper. One huge problem with purchasing online, especially the great deals, is that you often receive a product different then what you have […]

Caterers Utilize Grosh Backdrops for Affordable Decor

Caterers Utilize Grosh Backdrops for Affordable Decor

After being asked to guest-blog for Grosh Scenic Rentals this week, I quickly thought of the nine years I was working as an Executive Chef of a hotel and catering company here in Los Angeles. During my time there, a very common question continued to resurface with many customers. “How do I cover this ugly […]

25 Fun and Random Things about Grosh Backdrops and Drapery

25 Fun and Random Things about Grosh Backdrops and Drapery

Grosh Backdrops and Drapery has a rich history. Let us begin! 1. Let’s start with Disney. Down the street on Hyperion Ave is Gelson’s Market. In the parking lot on one of the light posts is a plaque that says that this was once the sight of Disney studios. Because the studio was so close […]

Grosh Backdrops and Drapery sets ourselves apart from the competition!

Grosh Backdrops and Drapery sets ourselves apart from the competition

Grosh Scenic Rentals strives to be an industry leader in developing new and useable products and ideas in our industry. We aim to introduce a new and valuable inventory to redefine the practical application. Here are a few ways which Grosh Backdrops and Drapery is set apart from the competition: 1. Grosh Scenic Rentals is […]