property-room
Definition
- Noun:
- Storage area for theatrical props: A "property-room" is a room or space in a theatre or film studio where props (objects used on stage or screen) are stored, organized, and maintained.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The stage manager went to the property-room to find a vintage telephone for the play. (A storage area for theatrical props.)
- All the fake swords and costumes are kept in the property-room behind the stage. (A designated room for stage objects.)
Advanced Usage
"to raid the property-room": to take props from storage without permission.
- The actors raided the property-room for extra furniture during rehearsals. (They borrowed items without formal approval.)
"property-room inventory": a list of all props stored in the property-room.
- We need to update the property-room inventory before the next production. (A catalog of stored items.)
Variants and Related Words
Property (n): in theatre, an object used on stage (short for "prop").
- The glass is a property used in the final scene. (A stage prop.)
Property master (n): the person in charge of the property-room and props.
- The property master ensures all items are ready for each performance. (The props manager.)
Synonyms
- Prop room: a shorter, informal term for property-room.
- Backstage storage: a general area behind the stage for storing equipment.
Related Idioms
- "The property-room is a treasure trove": a saying meaning the property-room contains many useful or interesting items.
- The property-room is a treasure trove of vintage objects. (It holds valuable or amusing props.)
Phrasal Verbs
"Stock the property-room": to fill the property-room with props.
- We need to stock the property-room with new furniture for the musical. (To supply with items.)
"Clear out the property-room": to remove unwanted items from the property-room.
- It's time to clear out the property-room and donate old props. (To clean and discard.)