Backstage

/bækˈsteɪdʒ/

Synonyms

  • behind the scenes
  • in the wings
  • offstage

Slang Meanings

Referring to secretive or private dealings, often in a business context.
They made a lot of backstage deals before the big announcement.
An informal way to describe someone who works behind the scenes in an industry.
She's a backstage player in the film industry, making things happen without being in the spotlight.