Faith, religion, and spirituality are at the heart of many plays and musicals on Broadway and in community theaters. Shows like Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Footloose, Godspell, The Book of Mormon, The Sound of Music, and The King and I feature distinct references to religion and showcase religious landmarks, such as cathedrals and churches.
Broadway theater not only features diverse themes of faith and religion, but also explores spiritual journeys and finds common ground between faiths. These themes can range from overtly religious stories, such as biblical adaptations, to character-driven struggles with doubt or the idea that theater itself can be a spiritual experience.
Religiously themed musicals and plays have the power to inspire, touch, and enlighten audiences with their powerful music and moving messages. Let’s explore some of the more than 25 backdrops appropriate for faith-based performances or stories that are Biblically based.
Cathedrals & Churches
Cathedrals and churches have a deep, intertwined history with theater that dates back to the origins of theatrical performances in religious dramas. The architecture of cathedrals also influences modern theater design, while some churches have adapted spaces for performances.
This Church Interior Backdrop features a Gothic interior with stained glass windows. This backdrop is ideal for Phantom of the Opera, Pippin, and Hunchback of Notre Dame.
This European Cathedral Exterior Backdrop showcases a European piazza with buildings to the right and left and a cathedral in the center.
This Church Interior Backdrop features a stone cathedral interior showing an altar, arches, and large windows.
This Church Interior Backdrop is another option for the inside of a cathedral with large stained glass windows.
This Farm Landscape Backdrop features rolling farmland at night, with tilled earth and a white chapel at its center. A 2′ black border surrounds the scene as shown.
Religious Landmarks Around the World
Religious and historic landmarks around the globe are often the focus of plays and musicals, including locations like Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and India’s Taj Mahal.
This Bethlehem Tab Backdrop depicts a barn in the desert with the Star of Bethlehem pointing the way to the newborn son. It also represents two camels, signifying the arrival of the three wise men, as mentioned in the Old Testament.
Jerusalem’s Wailing Wall is considered one of the most significant sites in Judaism. This Wailing Wall Backdrop shows this famous holy ground.
This Jerusalem Arches Backdrop is another option that shows old stone structures from the Holy Land.
Explore all of our religious-themed backdrops that will support your production. Talk to our team about delivery and scheduling options.