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agora

History; Ancient Greece

Large, open public space which served as a place for assembly for the citizens of a Greek city;

hyposkenion

History; Ancient Greece

The area under the stage or the facing wall supportng the raised stage; stone construction with decorative ornamentations; could have doors for entrances into the orchestra.

odeon

History; Ancient Greece

A small theater, often roofed, used for smaller entertainment venues such as performed music poetry readings, debates, or lectures.

tetrastoon

History; Ancient Greece

Four rows of columns; also a meeting place or public square.

Panathenaea

History; Ancient Greece

Modeled on the Panhellenic festival, the Great Panathenaea was an important Athenian summer religious festival honoring Athena, for all of Greece, both men and women.