My favorite area of the Ostia Antica ruins was the theater, constructed from 19-12 B.C. I thought this s
ite was the most impressive not only because of its size (the original structure could hold 3,000 spectators), but also because it is still used today for performances. I did expect any area of the ruins to still be functional. To my further surprise, a group of ballet dancers were practicing for a performance on the stage when we were there. Being able to watch activity on the stage brought the theater out of the past and into the present. It is impressive th
at this theater was designed and constructed so well that it still draws performances and audiences to this day. I very much appreciate that shows are still put on here, rather than simply letting the theater sit, unused. As long as the area is used with care and not damaged, which it did not seem to be, I do not see any reason to discontinue its originally intended func
tion.
ite was the most impressive not only because of its size (the original structure could hold 3,000 spectators), but also because it is still used today for performances. I did expect any area of the ruins to still be functional. To my further surprise, a group of ballet dancers were practicing for a performance on the stage when we were there. Being able to watch activity on the stage brought the theater out of the past and into the present. It is impressive th
at this theater was designed and constructed so well that it still draws performances and audiences to this day. I very much appreciate that shows are still put on here, rather than simply letting the theater sit, unused. As long as the area is used with care and not damaged, which it did not seem to be, I do not see any reason to discontinue its originally intended func
tion. The building was renovated multiple times throughout history. A renovation during the end of the 4th century blocked corridors to allow water to flood the stage area for aquatic displays. The most recent change to the theater is the outer, arched brick façade, constructed in 1927.
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