MCCCD Program Description

Stage Properties

Course: THP250

First Term: 2010 Summer I

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 4 Period(s) 3.7 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Introduction to stage properties including design, construction and maintenance features. Provides skills in property design and construction using an assortment of standard materials.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Outline the individuals to be included when assessing the props needed for a new theatre production. (I) 2. Identify and evaluate proper hand and set props commonly used in theatre production. (I, II) 3. Execute a sound budget for procuring stage props commonly used in theatre production. (III) 4. Organize an effective schedule for the use of stage props. (IV) 5. Outline the tools and workshop requirements necessary for prop construction. (IV, V) 6. Identify and report on the professional Health and Safety standards that must be adhered to during the prop construction process. (VI) 7. Demonstrate appropriate woodworking techniques used when constructing props. (VII) 8. Construct props using clay molding techniques and other similar materials. (VII) 9. Develop an assortment of props while working with polystyrene. (VII) 10. Produce a number of stage props using traditional upholstery techniques (VII) 11. Demonstrate working with soft steel in order to construct a variety of stage props. (VII) 12. Complete a series of props using proper painting techniques including, gilding and other finishes. (VIII) 13. Design a plan for acquiring props from external vendors, including props for rental or purchase. (IX) 14. Demonstrate proper maintenance techniques for props throughout the entire production process. (X)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Stage Property Design A. Script analysis B. Director and actor needs C. Period style II. Prop List A. Hand props B. Set props III. Budgeting A. Rentals B. Purchases IV. Prop Tools A. Rehearsal set up B. Loading C. Maintenance V. Prop Construction Area A. Workshop B. Tools VI. Health and Safety Standards VII. Construction Materials A. Wood B. Molding C. Polystyrene D. Upholstery E. Soft steel VIII. Painting A. Base B. Finishes IX. External Vendors A. Rentals B. Purchase X. Prop Maintenance A. Hand Props B. Set Props

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/8/2009

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