Set Dressing & Prop Design

As a set dresser and prop designer, Emily specializes in sourcing unique pieces—often through antiquing—to create visually authentic and functional stage environments. Emily use a variety of artistic techniques to ensure each prop not only looks right but also performs reliably and effectively in the context of the play.

“The design artists apply their imagination to create a world shifting with atmospheres, created with such detail as stuffing abandoned Washington, D.C., and Arkansas car license plates among the breathtaking array of life detritus covering the living room extending across GableStage’s lengthy but shallow playing space. From the moment you enter, you are greeted by a bottomless jumble of board games, lamps with decorative covers, cluttered shelves with items waiting to be auctioned, and over the audience’s heads looms a huge long-dead chandelier.”

— Florida Theatre On Stage, Bill Hirschman, February 6th, 2025

"Appropriate" by Branden Jacobs Jenkins at GableStage Theatre Company

Set Dresser & Props Designer

Photo Credits: Magnus Stark 2025 — "Appropriate" by Branden Jacobs Jenkins at GableStage Theatre Company
Set Dresser & Props Designer
Photo Credits: Magnus Stark 2025

“Frank J. Oliva’s scenic design captures the essence of both locations. A large shot clock above the stage demands attention counting down to the time the next scene begins. Marcela Paguaga and Emily K. Perdomo get dual credit as set dressers and properties designers, adding plenty to look at, especially in Armand’s with a store stuffed with everything from an antique adding machine to a large globe that opens into a bar service area. And, of course, the stuffed Armand.”

— Miami Herald, Michelle F. Solomon, November 05, 2024

"King James" by Rajiv Joseph at GableStage Theatre Company

Set Dresser & Props Designer

Photo Credits: Magnus Stark 2024 — "King James" by Rajiv Joseph at GableStage Theatre Company
Set Dresser & Props Designer
Photo Credits: Magnus Stark 2024