Discover the vibrant world of Roman theater—where comedy, tragedy, and satire shaped public entertainment and politics.
The Roman Theater Experience: Drama, Satire, and Spectacle in the Empire
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Theaters and Entertainment
Laughter and Masks: Roman Theater in the 1st Century BC
Explore the world of Roman comedy in the 1st century BC—where masked actors, clever scripts, and civic spectacle entertained the republic.
Music and Merriment: Entertainment at Roman Banquets in the 1st Century AD
Explore how music enlivened Roman banquets in the 1st century AD, blending art, performance, and elite culture in the heart of ancient feasts.
Racing for Glory: Chariot Races at the Circus Maximus
Chariot races at Rome’s Circus Maximus thrilled crowds with speed, danger, and spectacle—defining entertainment in the Roman Empire.
Building the Circus Maximus: Rome’s Grand Arena of Speed and Spectacle
Explore the history and construction of the Circus Maximus, the greatest chariot-racing stadium of ancient Rome.
Gladiators of Rome: The Bloodsport That Defined an Empire
Discover the brutal world of Roman gladiators—who they were, how they fought, and why their battles captivated the empire.
