The structure or area at the front of an ancient Greek or Roman theatre; = scene, n. 1. Cf. skene, n.3 Obsolete.

The structure or area at the front of an ancient Greek or Roman theatre; spec. a three-dimensional structure or building (usually representing the…

In ancient Greek and Roman theatres: a large semicircular area in front of the stage. Also figurative.

In ancient Greek and Roman theatres: the area between the structure which forms the background (see scene, n. 1) and the orchestra, on which the…

The auditorium of an ancient theatre, so called from its concave shape; also the whole theatre.

The structure at the front of an ancient Greek or Roman theatre; = scene, n. 1. Obsolete.

Roman History. A usually backless seat or bench in a court, amphitheatre, etc. Chiefly in plural.

In the ancient Greek theatre: A semicircular passage through the auditorium, parallel to its outer border, and cutting the radial flights of steps…

The part of an ancient Greek or Roman theatre on either side of the stage, in which props were stored and to which the actors retired. Cf. postscenium…

The velarium or awning of a Roman or Greek amphitheatre. Obsolete. rare.

The low wall supporting the front of the stage in a Greek theatre.

The altar of Dionysus in the centre of the orchestra in an ancient Greek theatre.

A passage or opening in an ancient amphitheatre or theatre, leading to or from the seats. Usually plural.

Roman History. A large awning used to cover a theatre or amphitheatre as a protection against sun or rain.

A velarium.