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Little Theatre

Next to the Teatro Grande in Pompeii is its better-preserved little brother, Teatro Piccolo, built in 75 B.C.  It is the earliest example of a Roman theater with a roof, and is an excellent example of ancient theatrical architecture.

With a capacity of about a thousand, the theatre was used mainly for musical performances.

See also: Ruined City of Pompei