Greek Theatre of Taormina

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Greek Theatre of Taormina sent on April 09, 2018 (2:22) by Sergio Bartolomeo. 19 comments, 850 views.

at 15mm, 1/100 f/11.0, ISO 100, hand held. Taormina , Italy.

Il teatro di Tauromenion avrebbe un'origine ellenistica - sulla base dei pochi documenti archeologici potrebbe essere del III secolo a.C. ma si presenta totalmente romano nel suo aspetto oggi visibile. Una prima ricostruzione dell'edificio si ebbe in età repubblicana o primo Impero, forse sotto Augusto, ma ad un ampliamento nella prima metà del II secolo d.C. risalgono le forme oggi note. L'edificio raggiunse i 109 metri di diametro massimo, con un'orchestra dal diametro di 35 metri, per una capienza di circa 10.000 spettatori. In pieno e nel tardo Impero l'edificio venne adattato ad ospitare le venationes (spettacoli di lotta tra gladiatori e bestie feroci), trasformandosi in un vero e proprio anfiteatro: l'orchestra venne mutata in arena sostituendo le gradinate inferiori con un corridoio a volta che connetteva ad un ipogeo al centro dello spiazzo, dove le macchine sceniche permettevano gli "effetti speciali" del combattimento. Infine, in epoca tardo antica, venne realizzato il portico alle spalle della scena. Il suo abbandono probabilmente è da ascriversi con l'assedio dei Vandali e con il conseguente decadimento dell'Impero. A partire dagli anni cinquanta il teatro è stato impiegato come struttura teatrale all'aperto per varie forme di spettacolo che spaziano dal teatro ai concerti, dalle cerimonie di premiazione del David di Donatello ai concerti sinfonici, dall'opera lirica al balletto. Dal 1983 è sede di Taormina Arte, manifestazione di spettacoli che si svolge tutti gli anni nel periodo estivo, e del Taormina Film Fest. (Fonte Wikipedia)

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Mauro Monesi

sent on April 11, 2018 (19:59) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Excellent image and pdr

Congratulations Sergio

A greeting

Mauro;-):-P

user28555

sent on April 14, 2018 (8:31) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Beautiful and interesting historic architecture suffered a pdr., the backlight made the inside a little darker, about it perhaps you could soften some shadows and clearing up a bit more by opening them or selectively intervening a brush with the "mask" tool in PS).

In any case nothing I take beauty and attention to this beautiful documentary photos Sergio; congratulations.

Best wishes, Claudio:-P

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on April 14, 2018 (11:08) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Rosario Cafiso

sent on April 29, 2018 (23:09) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

splendid pdr and composition:-P congratulations Sergio;-) Hi Rosario:-P

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on April 30, 2018 (14:56) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Rosario

I'm very happy that you like this shot

Hello

Sergio

Philip Mok

sent on October 24, 2018 (15:19)

Good use of the fish eye lens. Very good effect.

Elfiche

sent on October 24, 2018 (15:45) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Stratospheric click of a Sicilian marvel in a perfect composition
Hello my dear Sergio
Elio

Peppe Cancellieri

sent on October 24, 2018 (15:52) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Ideal photo for this lens

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on October 24, 2018 (16:28) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Philip.
particular lens, the fisheye that on the right occasions gives interesting shots.
Hello
Sergio

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on October 24, 2018 (16:31) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Hello helium I am very happy for your words of appreciation to this shot to one of the symbols of Sicily.
Hello
Sergio

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on October 24, 2018 (16:34) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Peppe, you're right: the fisheye I do not always carry with me, to reduce the weight on the shoulders, but when it is with me, easy to find the opportunity suitable for him.
Hello
Sergio

Guglielmo Toscano

sent on October 24, 2018 (17:33) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Beautiful photo of a magical place that I know well, and then the magic of the fisheye. Congratulations Sergio, Hello Guglielmo

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on October 24, 2018 (18:42) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Hi Guglielmo. I guess you know him... You can not know pwr who lives in the area.
Very pleased you enjoyed this shot.
Hello
Sergio

Orso49

sent on November 05, 2018 (9:02) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Wonderful testimony of the time that was!
Beautiful. Congratulations!
Bruno

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on November 05, 2018 (9:40) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Bruno, I am very pleased your words of appreciation to this shot, always like as well as compliments.
Hello
Sergio

Stefano Vezzani

sent on January 24, 2019 (19:58) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Very nice this recovery that also for atmosphere makes reflect and think of all the people who have animated the theatre over the centuries. Excellent composition, colors and atmosphere.
Hello Stephen

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on January 24, 2019 (22:11) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

You're right Stephen. The Greek Theatre of Taormina is one of those timeless places, or of all time, in fact since its construction to today, it welcomes performances of all genres and has hosted over the years also prestigious events with the backdrop of a natural scenery of great beauty.
Thank you for your comment and passage between my galleries.
Hello
Sergio

Sergey Tishin

sent on February 28, 2025 (17:14) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

a beautiful painting, a beautiful composition! congratulations Sergio ! Sergey

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on March 03, 2025 (11:33) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thank you Sergey
Thank you very much, glad you liked this shot
Thank you also for the welcome compliments
Greetings
Sergio

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