Prop Tracking Sheet Template

Used by the Stage Manager and Prop Designer to track every prop across the production: master list, scene-by-scene tracking, prop table layout, preshow checklist, and running crew assignments.

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Master Prop List

Prop IDProp NameDescriptionStatusSourceReturn ToNotes
P001[Prop Name][Brief description][Acquired/Pending/In Production][Purchased/Borrowed/Rented/Built][Department/Person][Special handling/concerns]
P002[Prop Name][Brief description][Acquired/Pending/In Production][Purchased/Borrowed/Rented/Built][Department/Person][Special handling/concerns]
P003[Prop Name][Brief description][Acquired/Pending/In Production][Purchased/Borrowed/Rented/Built][Department/Person][Special handling/concerns]

Prop Tracking by Scene

Act I

SCENE 1: [Scene Title/Location]

Prop IDProp NameCharacterPreset LocationHow It EntersHow It ExitsNotes
P001[Prop Name][Character][Location][Carried on/Preset on stage/etc.][Carried off/Set down/etc.][Special handling]
P002[Prop Name][Character][Location][Carried on/Preset on stage/etc.][Carried off/Set down/etc.][Special handling]

SCENE 2: [Scene Title/Location]

Prop IDProp NameCharacterPreset LocationHow It EntersHow It ExitsNotes
P001[Prop Name][Character][Location][Carried on/Preset on stage/etc.][Carried off/Set down/etc.][Special handling]
P003[Prop Name][Character][Location][Carried on/Preset on stage/etc.][Carried off/Set down/etc.][Special handling]

Act Ii

SCENE 1: [Scene Title/Location]

Prop IDProp NameCharacterPreset LocationHow It EntersHow It ExitsNotes
P002[Prop Name][Character][Location][Carried on/Preset on stage/etc.][Carried off/Set down/etc.][Special handling]
P003[Prop Name][Character][Location][Carried on/Preset on stage/etc.][Carried off/Set down/etc.][Special handling]

Prop Table Layout

Stage Right Table

  • [Prop ID] [Prop Name] - [Scene(s) Used]

  • [Prop ID] [Prop Name] - [Scene(s) Used]

Stage Left Table

  • [Prop ID] [Prop Name] - [Scene(s) Used]

  • [Prop ID] [Prop Name] - [Scene(s) Used]

Backstage Table

  • [Prop ID] [Prop Name] - [Scene(s) Used]

  • [Prop ID] [Prop Name] - [Scene(s) Used]

Special Handling Requirements

Prop IDProp NameSpecial Requirements
P002[Prop Name][Breakaway/Consumable/Fragile/etc.]
P003[Prop Name][Requires preset check/Needs batteries/etc.]

Prop Preshow Checklist

Prop IDProp NameLocationChecked By
P001[Prop Name][Location]__________
P002[Prop Name][Location]__________
P003[Prop Name][Location]__________

Prop Running Crew Assignments

Crew MemberResponsibility
[Name][Description of responsibility]
[Name][Description of responsibility]

Notes:

  • All consumable props must be restocked by [time/day]

  • Report any damaged props to Stage Management immediately

  • All borrowed/rented props must be treated with extra care


Status: Working · Portal: Team · Last reviewed: 2026-05-11 · Owner: Rhett