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Building Audrey II: A Dream, a Challenge, and a Whole Lot of Chaos
Audrey II - Phase 4 As a props maker, it was a dream come true for me to build Audrey II. I’ve always admired that big, wild, man-eating...
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Oct 54 min read
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The Warehouse Project: Give Props a Second Act
Dear Theater Friends, Addams Family Apothecary Cart You know that bittersweet moment after strike, when the lights dim, the costumes are...
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Jun 172 min read
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Sharing is Stage Magic: Why Collaboration Matters in Theater
One thing I learned fast working in theater is you can’t do it alone . Not the director, not the designer, not the person making a giant...
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Jun 73 min read
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Stretching Every Dollar in Community Productions
We all know that community theater is where the magic happens, where passion meets creativity, and where the budget… well, let's just say...
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Sep 2, 20243 min read
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Behind the Curtain: The Challenges of a Props Master in Community Theater
In the world of community theater, the role of the props master is often one of the most demanding and underappreciated. While actors...
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Aug 22, 20243 min read
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Are Props Getting the Recognition They Deserve in the Entertainment Industry?
In the Entertainment Industry, props designers often go unnoticed despite being essential to bringing stories to life. These creative...
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Apr 11, 20242 min read
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