Effects Hire

Special effects hire including confetti, haze machines, and pyrotechnics for theatrical productions and events.

Dry & Wet Hire Available 6 items
6 items

Effects & Pyrotechnics

Equinox Confetti Burst hire — Effects Dry & Wet Hire

Equinox Confetti Burst

Confetti cannon/launcher for dramatic moments and reveal effects during performances.

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Geyser hire — Effects Dry & Wet Hire

Geyser

CO2 jet effect creating powerful cold-air blasts for dramatic moments and energy peaks.

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Le Maitre PyroFlash Standard Pod hire — Effects Dry & Wet Hire

Le Maitre PyroFlash Standard Pod

Standard pyrotechnic flash pod for single-shot flash and bang effects.

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Le Maitre PyroFlash 6-24 Way Controller hire — Effects Dry & Wet Hire

Le Maitre PyroFlash 6-24 Way Controller

Professional pyrotechnics controller supporting 6 to 24 firing channels with safety features.

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Le Maitre PyroFlash 2 Way Controller hire — Effects Dry & Wet Hire

Le Maitre PyroFlash 2 Way Controller

Compact 2-channel pyrotechnics controller for smaller effects setups.

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Equinox Stage Haze 1500 hire — Effects Dry & Wet Hire

Equinox Stage Haze 1500

1500W haze machine producing fine atmospheric haze to enhance lighting effects.

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Special Effects Hire for Stand-Out Shows

Confetti cannons, haze machines, snow machines and more — add the wow factor to your production with professional effects equipment.

Confetti Effects

Handheld cannons, electric confetti machines and drop boxes for dramatic reveals and finales.

Haze & Fog Machines

Professional haze and fog generators for atmosphere, beam visibility and dramatic effect — with water-based fluids safe for venues.

Snow & Bubble Machines

Snow effect machines and bubble generators for winter productions, pantomimes, and themed events.

With or Without Operator

Dry hire or with an experienced effects operator. We can manage the full cueing and safety for your production.

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Most Requested Effects Items

Popular choices for schools, theatres and events across the North East

Equinox Confetti Burst Dry & Wet Hire

Equinox Confetti Burst

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Geyser Dry & Wet Hire

Geyser

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Le Maitre PyroFlash Standard Pod Dry & Wet Hire

Le Maitre PyroFlash Standard Pod

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Le Maitre PyroFlash 6-24 Way Controller Dry & Wet Hire

Le Maitre PyroFlash 6-24 Way Controller

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How Hire Works

From first enquiry to collection — here's how our hire process works:

1. Get in Touch

Browse our catalogue and send us your requirements. We'll confirm availability and provide a quote within hours.

2. Confirm Booking

We'll prepare your equipment and schedule delivery or collection. A deposit may be required for larger bookings.

3. Delivery & Setup

We deliver, set up and test all equipment before your event or rehearsal. Full technical support available.

4. Collection

After your production, we collect all equipment. No hassle, no hidden charges — just straightforward hire.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all our confetti is flame-retardant and compliant with fire safety standards (DIN4102-1 B1). We only use professional-grade confetti from Magic FX. We also advise on venue-specific requirements and can recommend the best confetti type for your performance space.
With wet hire, our technician operates all effects equipment. For dry hire, we provide full training on safe operation, including placement, fluid handling, and cleaning. Haze machines require proper ventilation and should never be left unattended while running.
Pantomimes benefit from a mix of effects: confetti bursts for magical moments and finales, haze or smoke for atmospheric scenes, strobe for dramatic reveals, and bubble machines for light-hearted moments. Our Le Maitre PyroFlash system is also popular for panto impact moments.
A 5-litre bottle of haze fluid typically lasts 8-12 hours of continuous operation, depending on output level. For a standard school production (2-3 hour show, plus rehearsals), we recommend 5 litres. For week-long runs with tech rehearsals, consider 10 litres.
Yes, our confetti cannons work outdoors, but wind can affect the confetti dispersal pattern. We recommend using heavier confetti or metallic options for outdoor use, and positioning cannons closer to the target area for best effect.
Dry hire is equipment-only - you operate it yourself. Wet hire includes an experienced operator as part of the package. Both options are available on most items.
Yes. We deliver, set up and test all equipment. For wet hire, our operators manage the full technical setup and show operation. Delivery within the North East is included on most bookings.
We recommend booking as early as possible - popular items book up weeks in advance during busy seasons. Last-minute bookings are possible on a best-effort basis.
We cover Newcastle, Gateshead, North and South Tyneside, Sunderland, County Durham, and the whole of the UK on request. Free local delivery is included on most full-production hires.
Yes. We welcome visits to our Newcastle base to view equipment before booking. Contact us to arrange an appointment.

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