Until November 4, 2024, the Museo dell’Ara Pacis is hosting the exhibition Theater. Authors, Actors, and audience in Ancient Rome. This exhibition explores the Roman “ludi,” revealing the subtleties and greatness of ancient theater.
The Exhibition
Until November 4, the Museo dell’Ara Pacis hosts an exhibition dedicated to theatrical performances in ancient Rome. It is a genuine journey through over 240 works from 25 different lenders.
Among the rarest and most significant pieces there is an Attic cup from the National Archaeological Museum of Florence, decorated with one of the few known depictions of a procession in honor of Dionysus, the god of theater. Another highlight is the famous Pronomos vase, preserved at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, possibly the most important theatrical artifact that has come down to us.
Masks are the common thread of this exhibition. It begins with the oldest masks from the 5th century BC, moves through the Hellenistic masks of the 3rd-2nd centuries BC, and includes Roman masks, including those typical of the Fliacian farce. These masks not only represent tragic, comic, and grotesque stage characters but also serve as the origin of many modern theater characters, such as the young seducer, the clever servant and lovers hindered by social conditions.
A unique aspect of the exhibition is its living reconstruction. Through exclusive film footage, the protagonists of the ancient stage take us back 2,000 years, immersing us in the atmosphere of grand Roman theaters. Visitors have the opportunity to explore the expansive theater seating and discover what lies behind the scenes.
When: from May 21 to November 3
Where: Museo dell’Ara Pacis – Lungotevere in Augusta
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