About the Art

Behind the Scenes: The Art of the Hollywood Backdrop is a short promotional video produced by Texas Performing Arts. In the video, curator Karen Maness welcomes visitors and introduces an exhibition featuring monumental Hollywood scenic backdrops displayed on the Bass Concert Hall stage.

Although the video is brief, it highlights the remarkable scale of these painted backdrops and invites visitors to experience them from a new perspective. Rather than viewing them only as scenery for film productions, audiences can appreciate their artistry, craftsmanship, and visual impact as works of art.

Karen Maness encourages visitors to step onto the stage and surround themselves with masterworks from Hollywood’s Golden Age. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to experience these large-scale paintings up close while learning more about the scenic artists who created them.

Watch the Video

Watch the official Behind the Scenes: The Art of the Hollywood Backdrop video on YouTube.

Experience the Art of the Hollywood Backdrop

Visitors entered the Bass Concert Hall stage to experience monumental scenic paintings in an immersive setting. In addition to showcasing the scale of the backdrops, the exhibition celebrated the artists whose work helped shape the visual worlds of classic Hollywood films.

Finally, explore Hollywood Backdrop Collection to discover additional scenic backdrops, artists, exhibitions, and preservation projects.