Syracuse Greek theater view from skene

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Syracuse: Greek Theater, view of seats from skene

Syracuse: view of seat from stage of Greek Theater (Photo: Athena Review 2004)

During the Roman period of Syracuse (after 21 BC), the theater was modified to enable the performance of spectacles, including circus games, as well as dramatic performances. The lowest rows of seats were removed for gladiator contests.
This view shows the rows of theater seats as seen from the skene, or stage area.

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	During the Roman period of Syracuse (after 21 BC), the theater was modified to enable the performance of spectacles, including circus games, as well as dramatic performances. The lowest rows of seats were removed for gladiator contests. This view shows the rows of theater seats as seen from the skene, or stage area.
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Syracuse: Greek Theater, view of seats from skene

Syracuse: view of seat from stage of Greek Theater (Photo: Athena Review 2004)

During the Roman period of Syracuse (after 21 BC), the theater was modified to enable the performance of spectacles, including circus games, as well as dramatic performances. The lowest rows of seats were removed for gladiator contests.

This view shows the rows of theater seats as seen from the skene, or stage area.

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