Scaenae frons
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The scaenae frons is the elaborately decorated background of a Roman theatre stage. This area usually has several entrances to the stage including a grand central entrance. The scaenae frons is two sometime three stories in height and was central to the theater's visual impact for this is what is seen by the audience at all times. Tiers or balconies were supported by a generous amount of classic columns. This style is influenced by Greek theatre.
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