Whether you want to create an elevated space for amateur dramatics, choral singing, or any other sort of performance, then portable staging is a great option. Whether you run a school, community centre, church hall, events venue or other public building, you’ll find the perfect portable stage for you here at Rosehill.
What is a portable stage?
As the name suggests, a portable stage is a type of staging which can be quickly and easily dismantled without extensive technical knowledge or experience.
Portable stages – also known as modular stages – are ideal for use in schools, community centres, church halls, hotels, events venues and other similar settings where the staging is used on a regular basis.
Portable staging can allow users to create staging of various sizes and shapes, making them ideal for public buildings where space may be at a premium. Portable stages are also great for multi-purpose spaces, as they can be dismantled to allow for space to be used for other purposes.
In many cases portable stages are used to create extensions to existing structural stages e.g. portable staging is used to create a catwalk extension for a structural stage.
Despite being portable and lightweight, the very best examples of portable staging are strong and able to support decent amounts of weight. For example, it’s not unheard of for portable staging to be able to accommodate a maximum even load distribution of 1,000kg per m².
Note – it’s important not to confuse portable staging with other types of staging. For example, if you wanted to put on a full theatrical performance, with stage scenery etc, you would require a more permanent staging solution.
The best portable staging for sale
As you’ll have just read, there are a number of important things to look for when selecting portable staging for your building.
Not only do you want your staging to be easy to build and dismantle, but you want it to be able to support a decent amount of weight and be suitable for a wide range of different purposes.
The portable staging solutions below tick all of those boxes and more.
Gopak Ultralight Staging Packages
Gopak’s Ultralight staging solutions are widely regarded as being some of the very best on the market.
Not only do they sit at an attractive price point, but are hugely customisable, making them ideal for use in multipurpose settings.
Given that the Gopak Ultralight staging is so light (hence the name), it can be easily assembled by young and old alike. This makes it ideal for use in settings such as community centres that are used by a broad range of age groups.
The components used in Gopak’s Ultralight staging have been engineered to allow for flexible assembly and disassembly, with integrated locking and locating mechanisms making the process easy.
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All of this is backed up by the fact that Gopak’s Ultralight staging is the only portable staging solution of this kind to have attained both TUV and GS approval in the UK.
To enhance the usability of the staging, Gopak Ultralight staging is available with several optional extras, such as:
- Ultralight anti-slip floor plugs – ideal for preventing movement of the stage when placed on slippery floor surfaces.
- Ultralight riser clamps – which can be used to secure a set of steps to the staging.
- Riser levellers – these can be used to ensure the stage is level when located on uneven floor surfaces.
- DDA compliant ramps – these make it easier for wheelchair users to access the stage.
- Ultralight step guardrails – available for both wide and narrow steps, these guardrails will enhance the safety of your staging.
- Valance (skirting) – which provides an attractive, professional finish to your staging.
What Gopak Ultralight portable staging packages are available?
Being a modular system, Gopak’s Ultralight staging is available in a variety of different heights and sizes.
Packages available include:
- Package A: 4 x 2 m (8 m²) – 430 mm high (including a single step).
- Package B: 4 x 3 m (12m²) – 430 mm high (including a single step).
- Package C: 5 x 3 m (15m²) – 630 mm high (including double steps).
- Package D: 6 x 3 m (18m²) – 630 mm high (including double steps).
In addition to these packages of varying dimensions, the Gopak Ultralight portable staging solution is available with either a carpeted or vinyl stage top (in different colours).
The above are the most popular configurations. However, it’s also possible to buy individual stage sections so that you can create a truly custom stage setup. As you can see from the images below, different shapes are available, including triangles, quarter circles.
If you would like to create a custom stage package, contact us today and we can help you create a bespoke stage that’s perfect for your building/venue.
Key features of the Gopak Ultralight staging packages
Gopak’s Ultralight staging really is the best portable staging solution on the market (in our opinion!). Don’t just take our word for it though. Here are some of the features and benefits:
- Easy assembly and disassembly. This is thanks to the Ultralight’s innovative folding concertina design, which allows one or two people to quickly put it together using little more than an 5 mm allen key.
- Lightweight, but strong. Whilst being lightweight and portable, the Ultralight staging is able to support 1,000 kg m² of weight (provided there is an even load distribution). It can also support loads of up to 180 kg within a single point on the stage decking.
- 5-year guarantee. Set your mind at rest with Gopak’s comprehensive guarantee.
- Easy to store. When packed up, the footprint of the Ultralight staging is only 2% of its unpacked size!
- Portability. Gopak’s Ultralight staging not only folds away down to a small footprint, but can be easily moved around. For example, the individual 1 m x 1 m stage decks will easily fit into the back of an average sized car. The Ultralight staging is also available with transport trolleys for added convenience.
- Quality, assured manufacture. The Ultralight staging has been tested to numerous rigorous standards, including BSI and TUV standards.
- Modular. Because the Ultralight staging comes in sections, it’s easy to create custom shapes and layouts. You could even create two smaller stages!
Enquire now about Gopak Ultralight staging for your building or venue.
Gopak Ultralight Choir Staging Packages
If you want to provide your choirs with the very best staging, then choose one of Gopak’s Ultralight Choir Staging packages.
With the same features and qualities as the standard Gopak Ultralight staging packages, but in a tiered configuration, the Choir staging packages are lightweight, robust, long-lasting and easy to assemble and disassemble.
Like the standard Ultralight staging packages, the Choir packages are available with a variety of features, including a carpet or vinyl stage surface, corner brackets, guardrails, steps (both narrow and wide), and chair stop plates.
What Gopak Ultralight Choir staging packages are available?
No two venues are the same, which is why it’s possible to buy Gopak Ultralight Choir staging packages in a variety of sizes and dimensions.
Here at Rosehill, we sell three distinct Ultralight Choir stage packages:
- Package 1: 6.63 m wide, 3 m deep (across three tiers, each tier being 1 m deep).
- Package 2: 5.73 m wide, 1.56 m deep (across three tiers, each tier being 0.52 m deep).
- Package 3: 6.63 m wide, 2.52 m deep (across three tiers. The two upper tiers are 1 m deep, the lower tier is 0.52 m deep).
Should these packages not meet your needs, Rosehill can work with you to create a bespoke Ultralight Choir staging package. Simply contact us to find out more!
Key features of the Gopak Ultralight Choir staging packages
If you’re looking to create staging for a choir, there’s no better choice than one of Gopak’s Ultralight Choir staging packages.
As we’ve outlined below, the Ultralight Choir packages are packed with features that make them ideal choice for your venue or public building:
- Simple assembly. Only a single 5 mm allen key is required.
- No knowledge/experience required. The Ultralight Choir staging’s concertina design means you don’t require special knowledge or experience to put it together.
- Versatile. The modular nature of Gopak’s Ultralight staging means it’s easy to create unique configurations and add extra features when required.
- 5-year guarantee. The Ultralight Choir staging comes with an excellent guarantee, ensuring satisfaction.
- Quality assured. Like Gopak’s other Ultralight solutions, the Choir packages are tested to rigorous load bearing, stability and structural standards including BS and TUV.
Enquire now about Gopak Ultralight Choir staging for your building or venue.
New Cameo Staging Packages (Coming Soon)
If you’re looking for a robust, heavier duty form of portable staging, then our Cameo staging is the perfect option. The new package deals for this range will be coming to the website in January 2023.
Designed to provide a solid base for a broad variety of performances, the Cameo portable staging is suitable for a wide range of venues and building types.
As it has a ‘modular’ style construction, the Cameo staging can be arranged and set up in a variety of configurations – providing the flexibility that many venues require to accommodate different types of performances.
The Cameo is also available in a range of different finishes with a carpeted, plain plywood, or painted top; again, this makes it easy to select staging that will suit different types of performers.
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Rosehill: centre stage for staging solutions
The three portable stage solutions detailed above are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what’s available.
As you’ve read, each of these portable staging solutions is highly-customisable with a wealth of optional extras and configurations to choose from. You’re bound to find the perfect portable stage for you here at Rosehill.
If you’d like to find out more and discuss staging solutions for your building, then speak to Rosehill today. Our expert, friendly team can provide you with a free consultation about your requirements. Contact us on 0161 485 1717 or email: sales@rosehill.co.uk.
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