preface
Every props person is called upon to perform magic at some point in their career. Your props may need to move, shine, bleed, burn, sing, and break.
Some shows are notorious for the effects required: the actor who is shot with a crossbow in Deathtrap; the floating vase in Blithe Spirit; the pan filled with firecrackers in You Can’t Take it With You. Other stage effects appear in a multitude of shows: a sink with running water; a crying baby; a cup that breaks.
Researching prop effects can be difficult. A book on robotics quickly delves into electrical components and programming that is far more complex than theatre will ever need. A website on sound often deals with speakers much larger than can fit in your props. Prop effects require ...
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