Roman circus
Chariot racing venue
A Roman circus was a large oval arena in ancient Rome used for chariot racing, horse racing, and public spectacles.
The Circus Maximus was the largest and most famous.
The term now sometimes describes any chaotic spectacle or disorderly public scene: The press conference devolved into a Roman circus.
- gladiator fightsAncient Roman combat spectacles
- wild beastsUndomesticated, dangerous animals
- blood sportEntertainment through harm
- thumbs downGesture of rejection
- chariot raceHorse-drawn vehicle competition
hippodrome · public spectacle · mock battles · acrobatics · quadriga · social stratification · theatrical performances · processions · vomitorium · stadium · civic pride · political theater · crowd control · Ben-Hur · patronage system · portico · theatricality · carnival atmosphere
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- historical entertainmentreenactments, Shakespeare, Greek tragedy, opera, ballet
Roman circusRoman theater
Ancient open-air performance venue
Greek theater · amphitheater · theatrical performance · theater · tragedy
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Roman public obligations
gladiatorial games · public executions · bloodsport · Colosseum · Roman amphitheater
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