How Do You Make Props & Backdrops For Drama?
Props and backdrops help establish the world of the play. For larger productions there are usually two teams designated to deal with all props and all backdrops, with a prop designer or other leader delegating tasks. Backdrops often fall under the terrain of a technical director. On smaller, community or school productions these roles can overlap or be taken on by the director. If you are masterminding these components alone or instructing a team, basic considerations apply. List the props and backdrops you will need. Go through the script and double-check the stage directions for specifics. Sketch a design for construction of all needed props and backdrops, taking into account desired size, weight, appearance, functionality and durability and signifying areas that need more detail. Present your lists and sketches to other key personnel. Consult with costuming–to designate any costuming or prop overlaps–and set construction people–to plan with them how the backdrop will be hung on t
