Tobins Lake Studios

For over 60 years, we have provided quality rental and custom backdrops, theatrical equipment, and supplies to the performing arts and entertainment industry. Our client base is large and diverse, ranging from industrial giants to small non-profits, theaters, universities, schools, dance companies, churches, displays, trade shows, festivals, museums, and individual special events. As a full-service entertainment provider, Tobins Lake Studios offers personalized consultations, custom design, and event management services for theatrical, academic, and historical venues. We provide rental stage backdrops, armor, ornaments, and draperies.

Who We Are

Tobins Lake Studios Inc. was incorporated in 1952 as a theatrical production company, providing scenery and lighting for theatre and trade show events. Numerous requests for backdrops made the founder, Robert Mellencamp, decide to develop inventory specifically for the rental customer. Tobins Lake Studios was one of the first companies to offer this service to the performing arts industry. Emma Mellencamp, Robert's wife, was a notable costume designer of the time. One of her passions was period Armor. Mr. Mellencamp and his team came up with the idea of creating Armor out of plastic. A custom vacuum machine was designed and built, molds were sculpted, and the first vacuum-formed products were produced for the theatre.

Our Services

Scenic Backdrop Rental: We have hundreds of backdrops painted with well-known plays in mind. All, with our ability to ship directly to your door. Scenic Drapery: We have a wide selection of rental draperies made out of velour and other specialty fabrics. Some of the draperies are available in large sizes up 32' tall. Easy Armor & Easy Ornament: Our light-weight vacuum-formed plastic for Stage and Film sold in an unfinished state for you to adapt for your specific production.

Our Location

Tobins Lake Studios

5801 M-30

Beaverton, Michigan 48612