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Cosplay and Stage Props for Plays and Conventions

For cosplay, school plays and stage scenes, our props share three traits that matter backstage: they are lightweight plastic, they come apart into three or four sections for transport, and they are handheld lengths of about 28.5 to 33.2 in rather than full-height staffs. Pair a staff, scythe or cane with a face piece such as a long Pinocchio-style nose, a red clown nose or an open-face monkey mask. Before any event, read its prop policy and do a full fitting in costume.

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Props by character

CharacterPropSizeStage note
Wizard or sorcererBlue orb dragon-claw staff30.7 inBlue orb reads clearly under lights and in photos
Vampire or dark sorcererRed orb staff30.7 in, 2.89 ozTranslucent orb; very light to hold through a scene
Pharaoh, serpent ruler or ringmasterCobra-head snake caneabout 33.2 inPose with it; don't lean on it
Grim reaperSkull or spiral-handle scythe32.3–33 inCarry upright; no swinging
PinocchioLong nose6.29 in, 1.77 in baseElastic strap, no glue; fixed length
Clown or jesterRed clown nose1.77 inString fit; check comfort for long scenes
Monkey or animal roleOpen-face felt maskOne pieceEyes, nose and mouth stay visible
Dragon or demonBlack glitter horn clipsabout 1.57 inClip into a wig or near the roots

Event and school prop rules

There is no universal prop rule. Each convention, school and venue writes its own, often covering realistic weapon replicas, length limits, materials, inspection and conduct. Measure your prop assembled, from tip to tip, and carry it apart between venues. Our guide to convention and school prop rules lists what to check before you pack.

Choosing a staff for the character

On most adults, a 29 to 33 in staff stands about hip to wrist height and reads as a scepter or cane; on a small child it can reach the shoulder and read as a full staff. That makes these props a good fit for school productions with young casts. The wizard staff guide covers length and topper color, and snake cane and cobra staff ideas lists characters for the cobra cane.

Face pieces for school plays

The long nose is the quickest way to cast Pinocchio, and the Pinocchio school play guide builds the rest from everyday clothes. A red clown nose and a bright hat cover a circus or comedy scene; see clown costume basics. The felt monkey mask keeps the actor's expressions visible, which matters on stage.

Rehearsal and event checklist

  • Read the event or school prop policy and check your prop's assembled length against it.
  • Assemble the prop by hand and connect every section fully before rehearsal.
  • Walk your blocking with the prop so you know which hand holds it and where it rests.
  • Do a full fitting with noses, masks and horn clips; remove anything that feels tight.
  • Pack props apart in a costume bag, and carry staffs upright in crowds.
  • Assign an adult to look after props and small parts for young casts.

Planning costumes for October as well? See our Halloween page, or browse every scythe, staff and cane.

Planning guides

Frequently asked questions

Can I bring these props to a convention?

It depends on the event, since each one sets its own prop rules. Our props are lightweight plastic and come apart for carrying, but check the current policy for length, realistic weapon replicas and inspection before you go.

How do the props travel?

Each one screws apart by hand into three or four sections, so it fits in a costume bag or backstage bin and goes back together without tools.

Will the long nose stay on during a play?

It stays on with an elastic strap behind the head and needs no glue. Do a trial fitting before the show, because strap pressure varies with head size.

Can actors lean on the cane or staffs?

No. They are decorative plastic props with no load capacity. Use them for posing and gestures, not for support.

Which staff suits a wizard and which suits a vampire?

The blue orb dragon-claw staff reads as a wizard or sorcerer, and the red orb staff reads as a vampire or dark sorcerer. Both are 30.7 in long.