Planning a theatrical production, awards ceremony or recital with a sports theme? Whether your production revolves around golf, football, baseball, basketball or horse racing, we have the backdrops to make it come to life. From gyms and locker rooms to stadiums and beyond, our collection of athletically themed backdrops will elevate your ceremony or theatrical production. Let’s explore the options of sports and locations we have available for your next sporty event.
Plays and musicals about sports have long been a common interest, including productions such as Take Me Out, Damn Yankees, The Wolves, The Great Leap, Rocky, Good News and Bring It On: The Musical. Athletic settings are also a common theme in many popular plays, including gyms, locker rooms, stadiums, and, of course, fields and courts. With over 28 athletically themed backdrops, Charles H. Stewart is sure to have the backdrop setting needed to enhance your next production. Let’s explore some of our more popular options.
Take Me Out to the Ballpark
America’s favorite pastime is known to be baseball. With 30 Major League Baseball stadiums and players adored by fans, it’s no wonder that many theatrical performances incorporate baseball. Here are two of our baseball-themed backdrops to help set the stage for your performance or sports award banquet.
This Baseball Backdrop features three baseball players from rival teams (Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees) showing off their skills on the baseball field.
This Fenway Park Backdrop features one of the nation’s oldest and most beloved ballparks, with a stylized backdrop of the iconic ballpark
‘Nothing But Net’ – Basketball Backdrops
Since its inception 135 years ago by Dr. James Naismith at Springfield College, basketball has been a favorite sport of Americans. If your production or ceremony revolves around basketball, these backdrops may help it come to life.
This Basketball Tab shows off Michael Jordan, one of the greatest players of all time.
This Basketball Backdrop is for sale and features teams going head-to-head for a basket and the rebound.
A Day at the Races – Racetrack Backdrops
Horse racing is a favorite sport of bettors, equestrian enthusiasts and viewers alike. This Horse Racing Backdrop features several horses competing to win the Triple Crown.
Touchdown! – Football Backdrops
Football fans will love these options for backdrops, including this Football Tab Backdrop, where a kicker is about to place it right between the uprights.
Or this option for the football setting includes the American Football Backdrop, showing football players trying to get their team to the Super Bowl.
Beyond the Field of Play Backdrops
Some productions don’t need to highlight the players, but rather the athletic locations such as a stadium, locker room or gym. Here are a couple to choose from. This Crowd Backdrop shows hundreds of fans cheering on their team.
This Gymnasium Backdrop features a high school gym with bleachers, exit doors, and lights.
Whether you’re staging a classic sports musical, a modern drama, or hosting a high-energy awards ceremony, the perfect athletic setting is crucial for engaging your audience. We’ve explored just a few of the exciting sports and venue backdrops available, from the baseball field and basketball court to the racetrack, gridiron, and even the gymnasium. To find the ideal backdrop to score big with your next production, explore the complete collection of over 28 athletically themed backdrops and all other rental options at Backdrops by Charles H. Stewart.
