The life of Ren McCormack will never be the same!
After his mother makes the decision to move to Utah with her sister and brother-in-law, Ren McCormack is thrown into a new world filled with reckless enjoyment and unforgettable romance. It all starts when he attends church along with his family and meets Arel, Reverand Shaw’s rebellious and lively daughter.
It does not take long for Ren to fall in love with Ariel, angering her boyfriend. Fearing what kind of influence he may have on her, Reverend Shaw forbids Ariel from seeing Ren. But disobeying her parents’ orders, Ariel and Ren drive past the state line with their friends Willard and Rusty to go dancing.
On their way back home, Ariel candidly tells Ren how her brother died in a car accident after a night of drinking and dancing. That’s why her father persuaded the town’s authorities to enforce laws that forbade alcohol and dancing. Ren then makes it his personal goal to bring back dancing so he and his friends can enjoy senior prom night.
Chuck confronts Ariel about her feelings for Ren, and after she admits she likes him, he becomes aggressive. Ren interferes and helps Ariel, further cementing their relationship.
Ren begins to be threatened for his outspoken behaviour. While his uncle advises him to let it go, his aunt tells him that even though his actions cost her her job, he should continue standing up for what he believes. He then confronts the council about their stance and reads several Bible verses where dance is referred to as something joyful and celebratory. Reverend Shaw is touched by his speech, but the council still does not approve of revoking the anti-dance law.
The following day, the Reverand finds members of his congregation burning books that, according to them, endanger the youth. Realizing that this situation has turned into an issue, he sends them back home and reproaches them.
Unwavered by the town’s rejection, Ren and his classmates celebrate their prom night miles away from the county line, where they enjoy a night of dancing and freedom. In the meantime, Reverand Shaw remains at his congregation, where he asks the townsfolk to pray for them.
High School
Start your production with the High School theatrical drop. It depicts a school building with a brick exterior. The building has a concrete front staircase, multiple glass windows with green shades, and a large sign that reads ‘School’ across the top. Green, leafy trees flank the school on either side, and an American flag sits out front on a pole. In the background, there is a green field with a goal post on the left.
On the other hand, the School Hallway scenic backdrop depicts an empty hallway lined up with black, green, and yellow lockers. As you walk into the school, you see the main hallway with lockers on the right and left, and at the end of the hallway. You can also see blue closed doors, class is in session.
These rentable backdrops are perfect to introduce Footloose’s teenage characters and reenact some iconic moments between Ren and his friends.
The Bar
Bring the fun with the Rustic Tavern backdrop. This scenery features a homely interior with exposed wood beams. There is a bright chandelier on the ceiling and several sconces on the walls, illuminating the room. Several barrels are against the right wall and below one of the windows. Two large wooden doors with metal hinges can be seen on the left side.
This backdrop, available for rent, is ideal to recreate some of the iconic pub scenes where Ren and Ariel bond through dancing.
At The Church
Immerse your audience with the Stained Glass Interior scenic backdrop, which shows a simple church interior with a large glass mosaic window in the back. The foreground is of three wooden arches. The golden lighting within the church gives the scene a warm feeling.
Use the drop to set the mood for Ren’s heartfelt speech to the council and Reverand Shaw’s sermons.
And A Rustic Barn
And what is a Footloose adaptation without some barn action? The Rustic Barn Interior depicts a simple, wooden barn with wooden beams and a hay loft at the top. Various barn items like a barrel, wagon wheel, farm tools, and a ladder can be seen inside. The barn door is closed with its wooden latch in place.
The Lumber Truck drop features a 1900s Model T lumber truck with a large wagon attached to it. It is parked outside in front of a wooden grey fence. There is a brown garage with many windows and a large door. A house with a chimney, a white picket fence, and large trees can be seen on stage left. There is also a tall yellow building in the distance.
Last but not least, the Barn Theatre Interior portrays a theater stage set dressed up like a barn or a ragtag dwelling. Various farm accessories, including crate boxes, tables, stage backdrops, drapes, and a stage border, are scattered across the room. Overhead spotlights can also be seen suspended from the ceiling.
These barn backdrops will bring your Footloose production to life and those hallmark dance performances to new heights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best backdrops for a Footloose theatre production?
While many of our Footloose backdrop works well for a theatre production, you can check the condition of your items to ensure it is the best fit for your needs.
What backdrops can I use for the musical scenes?
You can use different backdrops depending on which dance performance you’d like to adapt, This could be the barn, school, or the bar.
How do I order my Footloose backdrop?
To order one of our Footloose backdrops, all you need to do is log into your Grosh account and follow all the instructions. You can also call our product consultants to assist you.
