Teatro Romano

The Roman Theatre of Aosta (Teatro Romano) is an ancient theatre in the city of Aosta in the Aosta Valley, northern Italy, built between 20 and 30 AD during the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Its imposing 22-metre-high facade wall remains the most prominent feature, towering over the surrounding urban area. The semicircular cavea and stage were enclosed within a rectangular perimeter wall -- an unusual design among Roman cities, positioned near the Porta Praetoria to facilitate crowd movement. Substantial restoration was carried out in the 1930s under archaeologist Pietro Barocelli, and the theatre continues to host performances today.