Roman Theatre

The well-preserved Roman theatre of Benevento was erected by Emperor Hadrian, and later expanded by Caracalla. It is a testimony of the presence of different Hellenic tendencies, in opposition to the previous art of Traiano. The theater has a diameter of 90 m and could house up to 10,000 spectators; it was covered with polychrome marble decorated with plaster and mosaics.

Address
Via Teatro Romano 24, Benevento, Italy

Established
2nd century AD