ROME - ART IN THE COLOSSEUM

IN THE SPOTLIGHT Colosseo, Square of Colosseum (entrance through the side of Colle Oppio, fornice XXX). Info 0639967700 Until 17 Feb 2008: In scaena. Il teatro di Roma antica (In scaena. The theatre of ancient Rome) This fascinating archaeological exhibition tells the story of an essential component of Roman culture: the theatre. The exhibition opens with about 70 works that explore the complex origins of theatre: its Greek and Italic roots, the Etruscan contribution to its evolution, the performances that evolved out of Magna Grecia. Another section is centred on the structure of theatres and on set design, both aspects that, with time, evolved their own style. The last part of the exhibition is extremely effective and composed of an overview of the protagonists of the theatrical experience: the actors –their miming techniques and dramatic abilities – and the public, passionate about this form of art made up of music, dance, singing and acting... Until 15 Feb 2008 h8,30-16,30; 16 and 17 Feb 2008 h8,30-17. €11, reduced €6,50