Desired Effect

Desired Effect Desired Effect is a full service theatrical production company in the San Francisco Bay Area offering equipment rental in Lighting, Sound & Special Effects
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Desired Effect is a full service theatrical production company in the San Francisco Bay Area. We offer equipment rental in Lighting, Sound and Special Effects as well as full service design and custom special effects.

Sneak peek of the DE booth at If you're in Long Beach come by booth # 1546 at the expo hall and say Hi to our team an...
03/19/2026

Sneak peek of the DE booth at

If you're in Long Beach come by booth # 1546 at the expo hall and say Hi to our team and see how we can help with your next production!

Desired Effect will be exhibiting at USITT 2026 in Long Beach, California!Visit booth # 1546 between March 19th through...
03/05/2026

Desired Effect will be exhibiting at USITT 2026 in Long Beach, California!

Visit booth # 1546 between March 19th through the 21st
Are you ready to turn your creativity into a career? Stop by to meet our team and explore job opportunities with us in the SF Bay Area!

For a free Stage Expo Pass, follow the directions below:
• Register here: https://s7.goeshow.com/usitt/annual/2026/Index.cfm
• Create a new login, or sign in with your existing USITT member account.
• Complete the registration form (fields in red are required).
• On the “Conference Registration Fees” page, select an Expo Only option.
• Before checkout, on the “Review” page, enter DEVIP26 in the discount code box.

12/22/2025

From all of us at Desired Effect, we’re wishing you a season filled with light, creativity, and unforgettable moments. Thank you for letting us be part of your events, productions, and celebrations this year. Here’s to a bright and inspired holiday season—and an even better year ahead.

12/04/2025

Thursday Fun!

When your theatre is ready to update its technical systems, Desired Effect is the team many organizations turn to for su...
12/01/2025

When your theatre is ready to update its technical systems, Desired Effect is the team many organizations turn to for support. We help modernize lighting, audio, and backstage infrastructure with practical solutions that fit your space and workflow. Whether you need a few thoughtful improvements or a complete refresh, we offer reliable equipment, clear guidance, and a smooth, straightforward process to help your productions run more efficiently. We’re here to make every upgrade easier and more approachable from start to finish.

Contact us today:
www.DesiredEffect.com
(833) 2-Effect

11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Desired Effect!

As we head into this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of our community. Whether this year brought big wins, small moments, new beginnings, or fresh challenges, we’re grateful for the connections, collaboration, and support we’ve shared along the way.

May your day be filled with good food, warm company, and the kind of moments that remind us what truly matters. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, peaceful, and meaningful Thanksgiving.

With appreciation,
Desired Effect

11/25/2025

At Desired Effect, we know that the right prop can elevate an entire production. That means thoughtful curation — not construction. We search, source, and select the pieces that best support creative vision for stage, ensuring they’re ready for the demands of live theatre. Here’s a sneak peek at one of our classic props!

11/20/2025

Proud, grateful, and honored — Desired Effect has been awarded Best Audio Visual Company in the Best of Walnut Creek Awards. Thank you to our community, our clients, and everyone who trusts us to bring their productions to life. This recognition means the world, and we’re excited to keep raising the bar for AV excellence.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween From Desired Effect. Lights, Sound, Special Effects partners. www.DesiredEffect.com

10/28/2025

From precision to performance- spike tape and gaff tape keep every show on point! Stock up now.

Address

1948 Oak Park Boulevard
Pleasant Hill, CA
94523

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

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+18332333328

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