Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Prop Making Summer Course
London, United Kingdom
Summer Course
DURATION
5 days
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 615
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* this course is now full | please join our waiting list and we will contact you if a place becomes available
Key Summary
About: This five-day course at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama covers techniques and materials used by prop departments for theater, film, and TV. You'll try mold-making, sculpture, life-casting, prosthetics, puppetry, armor, woodwork, upholstery, and restoration. Materials are provided and you'll take home what you make. Wear old clothes and sturdy shoes.
Career Outcomes: Career opportunities include prop maker, prop buyer, prop supervisor, model maker, set craftsman, special effects technician, scenic artist, restorer, or freelancer for theater, film and TV. It gives hands-on fabrication skills and portfolio to support roles, apprenticeships, training in production design and film/TV art departments.
About Prop Making
This five-day course will introduce you to a wide range of techniques and materials used by a prop department for theatre, film, or TV.
Prop makers use a variety of materials, techniques, and tools, and work can range from making intricate period items to iron thrones, Harry Potter's wand, a stormtrooper helmet, to Dr Who’s nemesis, the Daleks. Areas of skills can range from mold-making, sculpture, life-casting, prosthetics, puppetry, armour, woodwork, upholstery, and restoration.
By the end of the week, you will have created a number of your own props that you will be able to take away with you.
Do I need anything for the course?
- Materials will be provided, and you will be able to take home anything you make during the week.
- Please consider your choice of clothing and footwear, as you will be working with paint and other materials throughout the week. Old clothes, overalls, and shoes are encouraged.
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What can I expect?
The course will cover a wide range of creative techniques, which may include
- Sculpture using clay, polystyrene, foams.
- Mold-making and casting techniques using plaster, alginate, silicones
- Finishing and effects
We aim to teach sustainable prop making without limiting creativity, exploring a balance between both.
Who is the course for?
Anyone aged 16 and over with an interest in prop making or exploring their creative side.
Course Dates & Times
- Monday 20 – Friday 24 July 2026
- 10am–5pm