Sub-Categories for Prop projects:

Each Prop Project is to be identified in one of the following 2 sub-categories:

• Hand Props– For the purpose of this category, you’ll be working only with hand props.  A hand prop is defined as an item that is carried onto the stage by an actor. (i.e., food, accoutrements, costume props, sword, dagger, etc.)

• Stage Props– For the purpose of this category, you’ll be working only with stage props.  A stage prop is defined as an item onstage that is placed or moved  (i.e., tables, bookshelves, lamps, chariots, etc.)

For both categories, the project must meet the following specifications:

1. Select a prop that must be fully built/constructed.  Do not choose a prop that has to be or can be purchased and then finished or decorated. 
2. The prop can be built using any materials and tools needed.
3. The prop must be finished and ready as if to be used by an actor on the stage.
4. The Project Book must have the following:
5. A brief typed synopsis of the play
6. A typed explanation of what the prop is and how it is used in the play
7. A typed materials and methodology list explaining how it was built
8. Research pictures showing how your chosen prop might look.  This must especially be done                                     if the prop is from a historical period.

Actual School Production AMMENDMENT                      

If a prop design project (either hand prop or stage prop) is from an actual school production, the Project Book must include the following additions:

1. Production photos of the prop actually being used in the show.

A program of the play that lists the student’s name in the set construction or props crew. 

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