A prop, formally known as a theatrical property, is any movable object actors utilize on stage or screen to enrich storytelling, establish settings, and convey character details. The term, first recorded around 1425 CE, initially denoted items owned by actors or the acting company, with a property master now responsible for their acquisition and care. Props encompass everything from modified everyday objects to specially manufactured items designed for durability or unique functions. Crucially, prop weapons, including firearms often firing blanks, are overseen by a dedicated weapons master due to significant inherent risks, a fact tragically highlighted by incidents involving Brandon Lee (March 31, 1993) and Halyna Hutchins (October 21, 2021). Additionally, "breakaway" props are specifically crafted from materials like sugar glass or balsa wood to be safely destroyed during a performance.