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Backdrop
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a piece of painted cloth that is hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery
What is a "backdrop"?
A backdrop is a large piece of fabric or scenery that hangs at the rear of a theater stage, serving as the background for the action taking place. It can be painted or designed to represent various settings, like a landscape, a room, or a sky. The backdrop helps establish the environment for the performance and can change throughout the play to indicate different locations or moods.
Examples
The backdrop depicted a serene countryside scene, setting the mood for the pastoral play.
The stage crew worked tirelessly to hoist the massive backdrop into place for the opening night performance.
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