Two stories from 1902 and 1922 remind us not only why it is important to keep all chemicals properly labelled in your shop, but also to have your props crew meticulously check their presets before the show.
The second edition of this seminal text on health and safety in the entertainment industry remains as informative and necessary as the first.
How to protect yourself against the various physical forms of chemicals in the air which are released when making props.
A look at the potential harms of using Medium Density Fiberboard and how to minimize them.
Different kinds of safety goggles used in prop-making and how to choose the right pair.
I am Eric Hart, former assistant props master at the Public Theater in New York City, and a longtime prop maker.
This site is a way to share my work and the things I've learned over the years. It's also a way to connect with other prop makers, props masters, and artisans, as well as a collection of all things of interest to props people from around the internet.
