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Useful Information:

Location:
Limenas, Thassos
Part of the archaeological site of the ancient city
Located at the foot of the Acropolis

Dating:
Its existence is already attested in the 5th century BC, as it is mentioned by Hippocrates

Excavations:
The first excavation took place in 1921 by the French Archaeological School of Athens

Historical Period:
Classical to Roman period (5th century BC – 3rd century AD)

Role in Antiquity:

•  Initially served as a venue for theatrical performances during the festivals of Dionysia and Choreia 
•  During the Roman period, it was converted into an arena for animal fights and gladiatorial games 

Key Features:

•  Cavea with three stairways dividing it into four sections – its current form dates to the Roman period 
•  Stage with a marble façade (early 3rd century BC); the proskenion was dedicated to Dionysus by the Thasian Lysistratos and featured 12 Doric columns 
•  Sanctuary of Dionysus at the foot of the theatre, with votive monuments and altars 

Restoration:
After extensive restoration works, the seating was fully reconstructed using white marble from the quarries of Thassos.