The fact that nearly every Greek and Roman town contained its own open-air theater attests to the widespread popularity of live entertainment, a tradition that probably originated from annual festivals...
Public and private entertainments enjoyed by Greeks and Romans—musical recitals, theatrical performances and athletic games—were so pleasurable that a vast range of images was created to recall the experience...
Ceramic vessels provide the largest body of information for the study of ancient Greek culture and practices. Ranging in size, shape, and level of decoration, these containers served a variety of purposes not only in the daily lives of their owners, but also in honoring the dead.
