A rare gem of the American theater. If you're lucky enough to get him hold on to him tightly. - Arthur Laurents
A Props Shaman! - Lin-Manuel Miranda
He has my respect as an Artist and a man of theater. - Christopher Durang
Brilliant Props Master. - John Lithgow
Never has a Props master given so much to the dramaturgical influence of a show! - Adam Rapp
Please stop contacting Mr. Sondheim for a quote for your website. - Office of Stephen Sondheim
Jay Duckworth, The Proptologist is a props designer and professor at Pace University whose work includes Hamilton, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson & Fun Home at the Public Theater. He is a researcher/contributor for Guinness World Records, he champions old world craftsmanship and mentorship. His legacy is honored by the Kennedy Center's Jay Duckworth Proptologist Award.
PAPD 100: Story Structure
PAPD 110: Fndmntls of Scenery Stagecraft
PAPD 276: Theater Props
PAPD 352: Theater History for Designers
PAPD 373: Production Design Practicum II
PAPD 471: Industry for Prdctn & Design
PAPD 472: Seminar and Portfolio
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