in the area behind the stage in a theatre, especially the rooms in which actors change their clothes or where equipment is kept
After the show, the director went backstage and thanked the actors.
The actors gathered backstage before the play to prepare for their performances.
Access to the backstage area of the concert venue was restricted to staff and performers only.
Backstage, there was a flurry of activity as the crew worked to set up the props and lighting for the upcoming performance.