Theatre of Dionysus, Ancient Greek theatre at Acropolis of Athens, Greece
The Theatre of Dionysus features a circular orchestra area surrounded by marble seating tiers carved into the southern slope of the Acropolis hill.
Construction of the theatre began in the 6th century BCE under the Peisistratid dynasty, with later renovations transforming wooden seats into stone during the 4th century BCE.
The theatre served as the primary venue for the City Dionysia festival, where playwrights Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides presented their tragedies to 17,000 spectators.
Visitors can access the archaeological site through the unified ticket system for the Acropolis complex, with guided tours available in multiple languages throughout the day.
The theatre contains throne-like seats in the front row, reserved for important officials and priests, with the central throne designated for the priest of Dionysus.
Location: Athens Municipality
Official opening: 5 century BCE
Architectural style: ancient Greek architecture
Part of: Temenos of Dionysus Eleuthereus
GPS coordinates: 37.97040,23.72778
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:21
The ancient Greek theaters represent classical Greek architecture. The structures are located across Greece, Turkey, and Italy. These buildings demonstrate the architectural methods of the period and served as venues for performances, gatherings, and ceremonies. The theaters are built into hillsides, using the natural acoustics of the landscape.
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