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| The first building phase of the Theatre of Messene dates to the early 3rd century BC, a dating confirmed by the excavation data. The Theatre of ancient Messene also functioned as a site of mass political assemblies. According to Plutarch, the Theatre was the scene of the critical meeting between Philip V of Macedon and Aratus, General of the Achaean League, in 214 BC, one day after the popular revolt and massacre of the city officials and two hundred prosperous citizens. |
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