Roman theatre of Sabratha, Roman theatre from the 2nd century in Sabratha, Libya
The Roman theatre features a grand stage, three-story backdrop, detailed stone carvings, and semicircular seating arrangement accommodating 5,000 spectators within its stone structure.
The theatre emerged during Sabratha's transformation from a Phoenician trading post to a Roman city, marking the expansion of Roman influence across North Africa.
The theatre stands as a center of Mediterranean performance arts, where Romans gathered to watch dramatic productions, comedies, and public ceremonies.
Recent renovations in 2021 added new administrative offices, entrance gates, and solar-powered lighting systems to enhance the visitor experience.
The theatre's architectural design incorporates sophisticated acoustic engineering that allows clear sound transmission from the stage to the highest seating tiers.
Location: Sabratha
Part of: Regio IV, Sabratha, Sabratha, Zawiya District, Archaeological Site of Sabratha
GPS coordinates: 32.80530,12.48500
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:45
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