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The theatre of the Roman town of Pompeii was built in the 2nd century BCE and it was extensively renovated c. 79 BCE and repaired following the earthquake of 62 CE. At full capacity the theatre would have seated 5,000 spectators.
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Library, P. S. U. (2012, November 15). Theatre, Pompeii. Ancient History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.ancient.eu/image/959/
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