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#### One of the star attractions of the ancient Roman Jerash Archaeological Site, this remarkably complete theatre is nearly 2,000 years old.

Jerash Archaeological Site holds some of the Middle East’s best-preserved ancient Roman ruins, but none of the other structures here give as clear a picture of the past as the South Theater. Step through the entrance to this ancient marvel and wonder at how many of its original features remain, from the seating to the stage and even the entrances for the actors.

This region was conquered by the Roman Empire in the 1st century. The town of Jerash, then known as Gerasa, prospered under Roman rule, and it is the ruins of this town that Jerash Archaeological Site protects and displays today.

The South Theater is the jewel in the crown of this ancient city. It remains very close to its original condition, and it is simply vast. Imagine what it would have looked and sounded like when it was first built, around A.D. 90. The theater seated up to 3,000 audience members. See if you can spot the seat numbers still visible on some of the seats.

The theatre was designed with acoustics in mind. Stand on the stage and speak loudly and your voice will carry all the way to the seats in the back. Practical considerations aside, the building is also beautiful. Notice the elaborate decoration around the doorway that opens onto the stage. This is where the actors would have appeared. Passageways leading to the orchestra pit also still remain.

If you happen to be in the area in July, you are in for a treat. This is when the Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts takes place. Events are held in the ruins, including here in the wonderful South Theater. Seeing a show in this magical setting is an experience not to be missed.

Buy a ticket for Jerash Archaeological Site and you will have access to the South Theater along with all the other historic ruins located here. Take the time to visit the on-site Jerash Archaeological Museum, too, to gain a deeper insight into the history of the region.

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