Props are commonly used for theatrical productions or movie sets to create a sense of realism and bring the production to life. However it is not just professional productions that can be brought alive by the use of props. Many people hire props for themed events, whether for corporate parties or special occasions.

If you have chosen to hold a themed event, it is important that you commit to the occasion fully. A fancy dress code should be issued to make sure that all your guests get into the spirit of the occasion, which will leave it up to you to create the perfect atmosphere for their arrival.

There are an enormous range of themes that you can choose for a party or event. Once you have decided on your particular theme, you can then hire a range of props that will add to the essence. For example a medieval theme could be enhanced with some stocks, drinks barrels, flagons or pewter jugs, and you can even hire medieval furniture. Alternatively choose a western theme and you could hire anything from a straw bale to a full western town.

Christmas and Halloween are common occasions for a themed event. Christmas is relatively easy given the abundance of Christmas decorations available; however you can add that extra special element by adding a sleigh, snowman prop, a manger or even a red post box for letters to Father Christmas. Halloween can also be vamped up and given an extra spooky feel with a coffin, cauldron or gravestone prop.

Props give that extra feel of authenticity to any themed event, and hiring them is far more cost effective than trying to purchase the goods, which you may never use again.

At Keeley Hire we hire props for stage and film productions, and themed events, and have an extensive selection of props from all ages and eras.