westcoasting

One of the many methods for dealing with a backdrop, particularly with limited flyspace. Often one will hear the term "Just westcoast the drop into the hamper." Sometimes known as fan-folding, an easy way to fold a drop involving one person at each side and coordination with the fly person bringing in the batten slowly. This method also has the advantage of not taking up the entire stage surface to fold one drop. Once the drop is vertically fan-folded, the ends are folded toward the center. For those renting backdrops, the drops should be folded in the same manner that they came to you. Rental shops appreciate this, even though they will want to unfold the drop to inspect for damage, then refold it.