The Theater of Marcellus

The Teatro di Marcelo could easily be mistaken for the Roman Colosseum when viewed in photos or on movies, because of its similar shape and structure. It is a circular building as well, but was used as a Roman theater. The theater was completed in 13 BC. It was commissioned by Julius Caesar, although he didn't live long enough to see it completed. At the time of its completion, it was the largest and most important theater in Rome. It could seat 17, 580 people. The theater was dedicated to the memory of Marcus Claudius Marcellus, who was the son of Octavia, and the nephew of Augustus. Therefore, he was the great-great-nephew-by marriage of Julius Caesar.

The theater was used for a variety of purposes after its original use as a theater was discarded. Currently it's used for club meetings or concerts. You can't tour the interior of the Teatro because it is privately owned and includes residences now. You can visit the outside at any time and take photographs. It is located at Via del Teatro di Marcelo in Rome.