The first plays were performed in the Theatre of Dionysus, built in the shadow of the Acropolis in Athens at the beginning of the 5th century, but theatres proved to be so popular they soon spread ...

The earliest origins of drama are to be found in Athens where ancient hymns, called dithyrambs, were sung in honor of the god Dionysus. These hymns were later adapted for choral processions in ...

THE first performance of the Hippokratistic, Hippokorustic Hippodrome, or Great Moral Show, was given last evening in the Theatre of Dionysus, on 43d Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues.

The people love going to the theatre for a good story, told well. We have drama competitions that take place every year during the ‘Festival of Dionysus’, the God of wine. I’ve won four ...

Taking a walk all around the ancient hill will allow you to admire the ancient temples as well as the Parthenon and the Theatre of Dionysus, while also enjoying a breathtaking view of the city.