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| Having imagined the backdrops and scenery you would need to
convert a story to a stage play, you now need to think about the movable
items which are called 'properties' or 'props' for short. For instance, if you were adapting Red Riding Hood for the stage the props would include the basket which Red Riding Hood carries, the bed which the wolf lies in, the woodsman's axe, and other movable items. Choose a story and go through it carefully, listing the items you would need to find or make, to help your play really become alive on the stage. When you have made the list, decide which of the items you would have to make. For instance, you should be able to find chairs and tables, but if the story calls for a parcel, or a big floppy hat, these will need making. Now look at the list made by another group, for another story and see if you can add anything, while they check your list. When you listen to or read a story, it will help you to understand and remember it if you visualise all the props that might be needed if the story was turned into a play. This shouldn't interfere with your enjoyment of the story, but increase it. © Bob Wilkins 1998
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