From the Colosseum in Rome to the Hollywood Bowl, outdoor performance venues come in many shapes and sizes, but always hold the promise of dazzling shows, be it under the stars, the scorching sun, or a (not so) gentle rain. With its great arched gates, ornate masonry, and terraced steps hewn by expert craftsmen and augmented by sturdy wooden benches for added comfort, this theatre can accommodate hundreds of avid spectators.

A convenient pit and chairs for an orchestra around the thrust stage provide the opportunity for musical accompaniment to any spectacle, and a raised box offers the best seats in the house for the most prestigious of patrons. Backstage, dressing rooms and storage aplenty allow all this business we call show to proceed out of sight of non-thespians. Map variants include different stage configurations, as well as a version where this grand theatre was constructed over a deep sinkhole, and the curious can still glance into its darkened depths.

While surely nothing could go wrong at a well-rehearsed opening night of a play or opera set in this wondrous locale that your party might have a vested interest in, just remember – the show must go on!

Map is 60 x 42

Preview on my website: https://angelamaps.com/2024/11/26/theatre/