Theatre of Pergamon

GPTKB entity

Statements (59)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:theater
gptkbp:architectural_style Hellenistic
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:Asclepius_cult
cultural events
the arts
Greek tragedies
theatre festivals
the worship of Dionysus
Hellenistic festivals
gptkbp:capacity 10,000
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Eumenes_II
2nd century BC
local limestone
gptkbp:cultural_significance ancient Greek theatre architecture
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:19th_century
gptkbp:features orchestra pit
scenic backdrop
semi-circular seating
acoustic design
elaborate decorations
stone seating
spectacular views
viewing terraces
elaborate stage design
stage building
gptkbp:historical_period gptkb:Hellenistic_period
gptkb:Classical_antiquity
gptkbp:historical_significance one of the largest theatres in the ancient world
a symbol of Hellenistic culture
gptkbp:historical_use gptkb:entertainment
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Theatre of Pergamon
gptkbp:influenced Roman theatre design
theatre architecture in Europe
theatre construction in Asia Minor
gptkbp:influenced_by Greek theatre design
gptkbp:is_visited_by tourists
gptkbp:location gptkb:Pergamon
gptkbp:notable_for its archaeological significance
its historical preservation efforts
its architectural innovation
its engineering techniques
its steep seating arrangement
gptkbp:overlooks the valley of Pergamon
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Acropolis_of_Pergamon
gptkb:ancient_city_of_Pergamon
gptkb:Ancient_Greek
gptkb:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
ancient Greek heritage
gptkbp:preserved_by archaeological excavations
gptkbp:renovated 1930s
gptkbp:type open-air theatre
gptkbp:used_for gptkb:theatrical_performances
public gatherings
performances
civic events
drama and music performances
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Pergamon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5