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November 9th, 2011
Keeley-Hire has been in the prop hire business for just over 40 years now. Within this time we have worked only to the highest of standards, assuring quality in everything we do. We have great passion for quality and detailed prop-hire. We believe it is an art in itself. We are recognised as having one the largest collections of props for hire within the industry. And, as you know that our products are used in high production films, you can see the detail and quality first hand.
A Passion for Exceptional Props
We love to produce quality props. Every one of our prop makers is highly skilled, and all imbue an individual touch to props. We have a relaxed atmosphere, and let our artists work within their own time. Such a considerate approach creates such high quality and detailed props, which we know anyone would be proud of. We know how the market and industry works, and with our extensive knowledge and experience, we understand how to give you the best deal for your needs.
Create your own Themed Parties
As well as prop hire, we are also a major supplier to the themed party market. Offering quality smaller products for themed parties is another passion of ours – we understand that only the highest quality products will make a successful themed party. Just browse our seasonal range to see for yourself. So, whether you are considering Christmas themed party ideas or any other themes, we are sure to have what you need.
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July 14th, 2011
Choosing the props you use for your film or stage production really can make a huge difference to the way your audience views the scenes. If you want the very best in theatre sets and other items which are available from a prop hire company, there is only one place to go.
Keeley Hire has what can only be described as a comprehensive range of props available, all of which will make the difference you need, whether you are involved with film, theatre or a school production. If you have a look at the prop hire section on the website, you will see for yourself just how many props are available.
As an example of this comprehensive range, have a look in the farm section of prop hire items. Whether you are looking for a chicken ark or a farm gate complete with posts, you will be able to hire them from us, and at prices which may surprise you. The prop hire section is alphabetical, so it’s simple to find the prop you need. If you are looking for theatre sets, you will also find some great ideas right here on our website, so why not join the many satisfied customers who have used our services over the years?
If you have watched films such as Braveheart and Gladiator, you will have seen some of the props which were supplied by Keeley Hire, but you don’t have to be involved with a Hollywood blockbuster to get the best prop hire service available!
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June 14th, 2011
The range of props available these days is immense. This is great news as it means you should be able to find the perfect items for you, whether you are seeking movie props, objects for stage shows, corporate or civic events or anything else.
However, because of the number of options open to you, you might find the process of sourcing such provisions daunting. While the ideal objects may well be out there, you might find yourself engaging in long and frustrating searches for them.
But there is a way to avoid such hassle and that is by coming here to us at Keeley Hire. We have many years of experience in such matters and have a huge storage area in which to keep our offerings. This means that we might well have the props you want.
So, rather than going to a number of smaller providers, you may be able to get all you need from us, making the process far easier and more efficient. Even if we don’t have the necessary movie props or whatever else you are seeking, we might be able to create them for you.
Furthermore, our website has been designed for maximum ease of use, meaning you can look for the items you are after with the minimum of effort. All you need is a spare few moments and an internet connection.
So, don’t fret when it comes to getting your hands on props. Simply come to the experts and source what you need without any fuss.
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June 8th, 2011
Prop hire may be integral to your line of work. For example, you might be involved in the production of films or television series. On the other hand, you may specialise in stage shows and other such things.
Whatever your motivation for needing props is, you should bear in mind the importance of caring for them. After all, if such offerings get damaged, your filming or performances may be negatively affected, which is surely the last thing you want.
Not only this, but you may face large bills as a result of the breakages. This could have a serious impact on your ability to continue with the project and, even if you are able to carry on, you might have to reduce spending elsewhere to recover the losses.
This means that when you pick up or take delivery of props, you should know how to deal with them and use them. Also, storage is important. If you fail to get this right, you might lose or risk damaging the objects.
Meanwhile, to protect yourself in the event of such problems occurring, you might benefit from taking out insurance to cover your prop hire. This should provide you with peace of mind and means you will not be left footing potentially large bills.
As long as you adopt a responsible approach to matters like this, you should not experience any difficulties with your props.
Here at Keeley Hire we specialise in such provisions and should have the perfect offerings for you. To find out more, simply take a look around our website.
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May 11th, 2011
Although many of our clients are theatre types and movie maniacs, we also spend a lot of time dealing with non-industry related folks who are just looking for props to add a little extra magic to various events and celebrations.
Civic Events
Local council events like parades, fairs, street gatherings etc. offer some brilliant opportunities for really great props and set ideas. If you’re not quite sure what’s best for your civic event, do a little research online or get in touch with us for some more personal advice.
Education
Learning through really fun things like role plays and theatrical productions is one of our favourite educational tools (we might be a little biased though!). Keeley prop hire can help create an authentic atmosphere conducive to maximum learning AND maximum fun!
Props can also be used very effectively to illustrate non-animated scenes, depict historical events, demonstrate principles and help students to understand particular events.
Private Parties and Events
Our themed props are particularly popular with party enthusiasts looking to add a little extra life to their parties! Our website is very easy to use, and we’ve gone quite far in trying to make everything as user-friendly as we can to layman prop clients.
Basically, we want all of our clients to feel like they can use our website and services simply and easily. Party props like sci-fi themed bits and bobs, Western items and Halloween specials number amongst our most popular private event and party products.
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April 30th, 2011
If you love Halloween, hosting an elaborate Halloween party is probably a dream come true for you. Maybe you’ve always wanted to go all out, but this is the first chance you’ve had to really put all your effort into a great party. Here are some ideas for decorating for an elaborate Halloween party, sure to spook even the most stoic guest.
Use realistic-looking props to decorate your party and you’ll create a creepy, Halloween atmosphere sure to be remembered for years to come. The Halloween section of movie props at Keeley Hire offers a wide variety of props that will be perfect for the occasion.
Movie props, such as those from Keeley Hire, can make great Halloween decorations. You’ll find everything from coffins and skulls to gravestones and mummies.
Add creepy gargoyles, statues, and gravestones to your front lawn, and pose a Jack the Ripper or witch statue just inside your front door to scare guests when they arrive. Fake skulls can be used as centre pieces on the tables, or hide a few in a corner in the hallway to startle guests when they head for the restroom.
From Keeley Hire, you’ll also find props like tombs, torture chairs, skull poles, fancy candelabras, pumpkins, cauldrons, and more.
Once you have chosen your props, all that remains for a perfect party is to choose your menu, music, costumes, and start inviting your friends. Remember to warn them that it will be a scary party—or, if you prefer, don’t warn them!
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April 20th, 2011
Getting kids involved in acting can be really fun and exciting, both for the kids and the teacher. Whether this is a class you teach in a school, or you run your own business, here are some tips to help you teach kids acting.
1. Make it fun. Choose stories children will enjoy portraying characters from. Familiar fairy tales or movies make great workshops for children to learn acting from.
2. Get the kids involved in everything. Let them help you with stage props. Kids can be pretty creative with making props, or helping you choose things that can be used as stage props. Let them help paint scenery or build sets.
3. Don’t get too technical. Try not to bombard children with too much information about acting that might confuse them, or discourage them from wanting to get involved.
4. Be an inspiration. Make acting a magical thing, and children will love it. Let them believe in the excitement of being whoever they want to be, and imagining other words.
5. Ask their parents to help them. Parents can help their children learn lines at home, and if they are willing, they can help you with the rehearsals and performances as well. Sometimes the more people involved, the better things will run. But make sure everyone knows who is in charge.
Once you have everything you need to do a performance—children who want to act, a stage and scenery, props, and costumes—invite the whole school, or all the families of the children to sit back and enjoy the show.
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April 11th, 2011
If your prop room is a disorganized frenzy, you’ll never be able to find the stage props you need when you need them. And if you own some props and have hired out others, you may find it hard to remember which props belong to you and which props need to be returned. Here are some tips to help you organise your stage props.
1. First, empty the room entirely. Once you have a clear, open space, you can put in some shelving or some plastic tubs that you can use to store various items in.
2. Label different areas. Make separate sections for props you own and ones you’ve hired—such as on different walls. Label individual shelves and plastic tubs with categories so that each type of prop will be easier to find.
3. Instruct everyone to put things in the right place. One of the main reasons a prop room gets disorganized is because actors tend to just drop things or stuff them in the easiest place instead of taking the time to put them in any sort of order.
4. Make sure that actors know which props belong to you and which ones are hired. This way everyone will know and nothing will be lost. If necessary, mark the ones you own somehow to distinguish them.
Once your prop room is organized, you will find it much easier to find things when you need them, and both rehearsals and performances should run more smoothly.
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April 8th, 2011
Choosing the right stage props for your performance depends on a lot of different factors. What time period is the play set in? Are you working with detailed or minimalistic theatre sets? How much money do you have to spend? Here are some thoughts to help you choose the right stage props.
First, read the script thoroughly. This way you will know if the play itself calls for any specific props. Often certain characters need particular articles of clothing, things they keep in their pockets, or things that they will use in various scenes.
Once you know what you absolutely have to have to make the play work, start looking for these props. You can sometimes buy things from charity shops or department stores, but you could also hire some props from a company like Keeley Hire. They offer some amazingly detailed and well made props and theatre sets.
Think about the time period your play is set in as well. For instance, if your play is set in the 1930’s, you don’t want a really modern telephone as a prop. Or, if your play is modern, you probably don’t want to use an antique tea set—unless that is important to the story, or adds something important to the scene.
Try to choose basic background pieces and furniture based on what the characters would like, or what they would be able to afford.
Now that you know what you need and where to get it, you can get started setting up your scenes and rehearsing your play.
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April 5th, 2011
Thinking about making an amateur movie? It can be a lot of fun, and you can learn a lot. Sometimes you can even make some friends. Here are some things you will need if you plan to make a film.
1. Actors. You can hold local auditions if you want, or you can just ask your friends or family members to take part. Make sure you have a few back-ups in case someone can’t do it at the last minute.
2. Costumes. Costumes can be handmade, bought from charity shops, or even come from your own wardrobe. Use your imagination.
3. Props. Movie props can be as simple or as detailed as you want. You could cut things out of cardboard or use toys and furniture from your house. Or you could even look into prop hire for some more professional movie props. Keeley Hire is a great prop hire company.
4. A set. This could be a stage that you build, a porch or balcony, or even your front garden. Decide where you want the movie to take place well in advance so that if you need to clear the area, or get permission to film, you won’t be disappointed.
5. A script. You could write your own story completely from your imagination, or you could adapt a favourite book that you have read. Whatever you decide to do, have fun with it and make sure you give each actor some good lines.
So, now that you have everything you need, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get rolling.
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