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The Backdrops Are Ours… But The Performers are Yours
Our Backdrops
With well over 1,500 backdrops, drapes, lames and scrims to choose from. We are here to serve all your backdrop and scenic design needs with over 100 years of experience and expertise. Read Our Backdrop Testimonials Over The Years
Backdrop Rental Information
Looking to rent a backdrop from Charles H. Stewart? Here, you can find pricing for everything we offer, from our painted backdrops to scrims and strips to borders and more. Read up on our terms & conditions regarding rental orders and liability so you can be well-informed. Get to know our backdrop rental policies for shipping, payment, and cancellation. If you have further questions about renting one of our backdrops, reach out to us directly and we will be happy to assist you.

Why Backdrops Charles H. Stewart?
As a family-run business for over 100 years, we have truly learned what it takes to make our clients happy.
When it comes to scenic backdrop rentals, we know we play an important role in your community, making your production or event a major success. This is why we ensure your backdrops are received before you need them, with plenty of time to prepare. We also ensure the correct backdrop is delivered in great condition with every rental order, ready to be hung and take the stage. Our backdrop inventory is equipped with everything you need to set the stage for your production.
We have over 2,000 backdrops and accessories stored in our warehouse, waiting to bring life to your performance stage. Our recent acquisition of Dreamworld Backdrops has further increased our selection of amazing options! View our inventory of backdrops available for rent, and even search by category or find backdrop suggestions by show title. Reach out to us directly and we can find the best backdrop for your next production.
Enhancing Your Production
A good backdrop sets the stage from the moment the theater curtains open. Even without props and other set dressing, the stage background can transport your audience to the Alps, the Sugar Plum Fairy’s palace, the Wild West, Paris, and more. With well over 1,500 backdrops, drapes, lames and scrims to choose from and over 100 years of experience and expertise, we are here to serve all your backdrop and scenic design needs.
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