noun. A painted cloth hung at the back of a stage set.

noun. The setting, as of a historical event; the background.

noun. the scenery hung at back of stage. Also called in Britain backcloth.

noun. the background, setting, or circumstances of an event.

noun. A decorated cloth hung at the back of a stage.

noun. The setting or background of a historical event.

verb. To serve as a backdrop for.

noun. scenery hung at back of stage

"The satin backdrop is removed and suddenly two backing boys are standing with handheld percussion, looking strangely delicate and shy in the world she has created."

scene  scenery  

background  blackness  blur  brilliance  canopy  

act drop  arena  asbestos  asbestos board  back  

backcloth