Theatrum Herculanensi
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One of the first finds at Herculaneum was its theatre, first discovered in 1709 whilst digging a water well. The theatre, resting on a double tier of arches and pillars, could hold about 2,500 patrons.
In 1738 Alcubierre found the inscription "Theatrum Herculanensi" and it was now certain that a theatre from the ancient city of Herculaneum had been found.
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