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✨ Some of our policies have changed as of Fall, 2026. Please read through all policy information for updates ✨
Opera Scene
Props are available for free to UT Butler Opera Center scene projects.
Props are available for free to UT Butler Opera Center scene projects.
Opera Scene projects include productions produced through the Butler Opera Center's season.
Opera Scene projects include productions produced through the Butler Opera Center's season.
Your three appointments:
Your three appointments:
1) Tagging Appointment
1) Tagging Appointment
up to 1 month prior to your project's start
Look through stock and tag items you'd like to check out.
The Prop Stock Manager handling your appointment can help direct you to things you're looking for and has the final say on whether or not you may borrow any item.
2) Check-out Appointment
2) Check-out Appointment
up to 1 week prior to your project's start
Pick up your approved props.
You are responsible for the transport and storage of every item you check out.
3) Check-in Appointment
3) Check-in Appointment
up to 1 week after your project's end
Return your props.
The Prop Stock Manager handling your appointment will examine each item and determine whether everything has been returned in good condition.
Missing or damaged props will result in a fee reflective of the item's value.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT WALK INS
WE DO NOT ACCEPT WALK INS
To schedule your first appointment, take the following steps:
To schedule your first appointment, take the following steps:
Read the Rules
Read the Rules
Your project lead must be present at all appointments- two others may join as well.
Each appointment is limited to one 30-minute time slot.
You may check out up to 50 items.
NOTE: This limit is per project, not per person.15 of your 50 items may be large objects like couches or tables.
If you break or lose a prop, you are responsible for paying an amount based on the value of the item.
All loans are subject to approval by a Prop Stock Manager.
Fill Out the Information Survey
Fill Out the Information Survey
Give us an idea of what your project will need so we can help you the best we can when you arrive for your appointment.
Pick Your Times & Send us an Email
Pick Your Times & Send us an Email
Look over our calendar and find 2-3 time slots that will work for your first appointment.
Once you've done this, send an email to UTProps@gmail.com listing your options and confirming that you have filled out the survey.
NOTE: Your appointment is not confirmed until you get a response from a Prop Stock Manager. Our managers only check the inbox during working hours, so please reach out at least 2 days before your requested appointment.
Arrive On Time With a Plan
Arrive On Time With a Plan
If you are late to your appointment, you will not be given more time and we may not be able to accommodate a rescheduling. If there is an issue with your appointment time, reach out via email (UTProps@gmail.com) or call us during business hours at 512-475-7108.
Remember! You are responsible for all safe transport and storage of anything you check out. Arrange ahead of time for any vehicles and help you will need to move your items.
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