Theatron Limited are preparing virtual reality models of the Theatre of Dionysus, showing its architectural evolution and transformation from the fifth century B.C. through the Roman imperial period.

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The Odeon of Pericles
South Slope of the Acropolis, Athens

Adjacent to the theatre of Dionysus on the south slope of the Acropolis stood one of the first permanent roofed European theatres: the Odeon of Pericles, built in the mid fifth Century B.C. and thought to have been used for a variety of dramatic activities and recitations. It probably sat 3,000 - 4,000. A hypothetical interpretation of the Odeon using existing archaeology, suggests that the roof would have been supported by a "forest" of columns resulting in a sight line disaster for at least 40% of the audience, irrespective of where they sat or stood.

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The Odeon of Agrippa
Athenian Agora, Athens

The Odeon of Agrippa, an indoor theatre, which was built in Athens late in the 1st century BC. It was was richly decorated with fine marble and beautiful statues. It could hold an audience of about 1200 people. At the back was a double wall of columns. This allowed the sunlight to fall directly onto the stage. It also created an open area just outside the auditorium where the audience could gather.

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