Introduction to Prop Making for Theatre and Film (16+)
Short Study – Weekend Short Course
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Overview
This short study course for people age 16+ is designed to give you an introduction to the world of prop-making for theatre and film. It is aimed at people who are curious about prop making and for those who are considering further study in this field. The course may also be of interest for those who work in amateur dramatics, school theatres or secondary art or drama teachers.
You will be introduced to an overview of the production industry and potential career paths. You will explore some of the basic practical skills used in prop-making, and then continue with a practical project, tailored as far as possible to your individual interests and skill level.
You will be working within the Royal Conservatoire’s prop making workshops at Wallace Studios.
By the end of the course, you will have:
- Engaged in a practical project
- Become aware of the skills needed to develop as a propmaker
- Gained an understanding of the potential areas for future employment and possible career pathways
- Gained an understanding of the use and application of a variety of prop-making materials
- Acquired an insight into some of the day to day realities of prop making for the creative industries
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The important details
Age:
16+
Cost:
£180
Date:
10 - 11 May 2025
Time:
Saturday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm
Venue:
The Wallace Studios at Speirs Locks, 210 Garscube Road, Glasgow, G4 9RR
Course Information
This is an open access course with no specific entry requirements although it is important that students have an interest in the subject.
Basic artistic skills in drawing and painting would be useful.
Please wear overalls/old clothes that you wont mind getting messy.
Martin Mallorie began his career in professional theatre over thirty years ago and has worked extensively in design, music, prop making, prosthetics, pyrotechnics and animatronics.
Graduating as a sculptor from Liverpool College of Art and Design in the seventies, Martin began his professional career as a freelance designer and prop maker, finding a demand for prosthetics skills in his earliest jobs.
Martin worked on stage, film and TV productions throughout Europe, and at Tussaud’s workshops in London before joining the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester as Prop Maker and Prosthetics Specialist.
Martin came to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2004 as Lecturer in Design and Props
Further Information
We want to ensure as many children, young people and adult learners as possible can access the performing and production arts education that is offered through Short Courses at RCS. Financial support options available for Short Courses include:
Agnes Allan Bursary
Agnes Allan was a teacher, passionate about inclusion, and this bursary scheme exists to offer support to students to participate in the performing or production arts.
The Agnes Allan Bursary provides some support to students who may require financial assistance to take part in a short course in dance, drama, music, production or screen.
Anyone who wishes to take part in our Short Courses and faces a financial barrier can apply for bursary support to help meet the cost of tuition fees.
James McAvoy Drama Scholarships
BAFTA-winning and Golden Globe nominated actor James McAvoy is committed to nurturing the creative potential of young Scots who experience barriers to access and participate in drama at RCS Short Courses.
James is a graduate of the BA Acting programme at RCS and Patron of the Junior Conservatoire of Drama. The Glasgow-born actor has funded the new James McAvoy Drama Scholarships to enable young people to experience the world-class drama training at RCS as he did.
The scholarship aims to support applicants who would otherwise find meeting the cost of tuition fees at RCS a barrier to accessing pre-Higher Education drama training at the Royal Conservatoire.
You can find more information about these funds on our Financial Support page.
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Please note, only one promotional offer can be applied per course and should be used at the time of booking as we are unable to apply a discounts retrospectively.
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