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The statue depicted is that of the ancient playwright Menander, located in the Theatre of Dionysus in Athens, Greece. This theater is considered the birthplace of European theater, where famous Greek tragedies and comedies were first performed. [1, 2]
Key points about the Theatre of Dionysus:
- History: The first orchestra terrace was constructed in the mid- to late-sixth century BC, and the theater reached its fullest extent in the fourth century BC with a capacity of up to 17,000. [3]
- Significance: It was the site of the annual Dionysia festival, a major dramatic competition where plays by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes were performed. [4, 5]
- Construction: The theater originally had a circular orchestra, later expanded to include stone seats and a skene (stage building). [5]
- Roman Modifications: The Romans enlarged the theater and added a marble balustrade and mosaic flooring. [6]
The Theatre of Dionysus is open daily from 8 am to 8 pm. [7]
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