Prop Sourcing

Upon being given the props list, it became apparent that the majority of props that we needed to use were already located in the LPAC’s prop cupboard. As we were intending the piece to be visually stunning we were focusing on ensuring that the props were also visually effective to maintain the believability of the story, whilst en-capturing the idea of it being a fairytale.

With a list that contained over thirty props and a budget of fifty pounds, it was essential that I was able to source the props both as cheaply as possible or by borrowing off of either the LPAC, family, friends or local establishments. The more props that we were able to lend the easier it will have been to get more difficult props, for instance the piano tuners tools and fake blood.

The aim is to have as many props as possible sourced and to have them available for use by the week leading up to our performance so we are able to rehearse with them and also be comfortable with the props. Having the props at an early stage will minimise the chances of encountering any problems the props could bring in the rehearsal process.

Robert Bull