Theater of Dionysus in Athens
by Svilenka Dankova
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Theater of Dionysus in Athens
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Svilenka Dankova
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Theatre of Dionysus is the first theatre in Greece
The Theatre of Dionysus is located in the south-eastern slopes of Acropolis. The structure dates back to the 6th century BC and is believed to be the first theatre ever constructed. Not just the first but also the largest theatre to be built in Athens, which can accommodate 17,000 people. It was originally developed as a site for religious practices and festivals dedicated to Dionysus, the god of wine and plays. The theatre then eventually became the birthplace of the Greek tragedy. It is considered the home of European theater and once hosted premieres of works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides and Aristophanes.
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October 15th, 2022
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