zoom_in Click to enlarge

North Theatre of Jerash

▲ ▼

description North Theatre of Jerash Overview

The North Theatre of Jerash is an ancient performance and civic structure in the Roman city of Gerasa, now part of Jordan. Construction began around 165 CE, and the building was smaller than Jerash's South Theatre. It has been described as an odeon associated with council meetings and other civic functions, making it relevant to the study of Roman urban institutions as well as theatrical architecture in the eastern Mediterranean.

help North Theatre of Jerash FAQ

Where is the North Theatre of Jerash?

The North Theatre is in the ancient Roman city of Gerasa, at the archaeological site of Jerash in modern Jordan. It formed part of the city's public and civic architecture.

When was the North Theatre of Jerash built?

Construction began around 165 CE during the Roman period. The building was smaller than Jerash's better-known South Theatre.

Was the North Theatre of Jerash an odeon?

It has been described as an odeon, a smaller performance building associated with music, speeches, or civic gatherings. It was also linked with council activity rather than serving only as a large public theatre.

How is the North Theatre different from Jerash's South Theatre?

The North Theatre was smaller and appears to have had a stronger civic or council-related role. Jerash's South Theatre is the larger and more prominent performance venue commonly associated with the ancient city.

swap_horiz

Looking for North Theatre of Jerash alternatives? Compare top competitors ranked & scored

arrow_forward