backdrop

/ˈbækˌdrɑp/

noun

A painted cloth hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery.

Alex is happy with the Art Alliance and has volunteered to paint some scenery backdrops for them.

stage set,set,flats,backdrop,drop curtain

verb

Provide a background or setting for.

an ornate fountain, and at its center, backdropped with golden spray, a statue of a young girl