Abstract: A projection system comprising: a screen and a projector spaced from the screen to project an image onto the screen, the screen and projector being suspended respectively from housings located in or on the ceiling or a wall of the room; each housing supporting an axially extending rod that supports a plurality of flexible suspension lines that are connected to an upper surface of the screen or a mount for a projector; and means to rotate each rod whereby the screen and projector can be lowered into an operative position or the lines can be wound onto the rods to lift the screen or projector into a stored position.