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In ancient Rome, amphitheaters were used for gladiator competitions and other mostly combative public events; with dirt surfaces, stone seating, and few conveniences, there probably wasn’t a great deal of maintenance required.
Today’s amphitheaters, with sound systems, performance lighting, restrooms, concession areas, parking, landscaping, and Wi-Fi access—among other amenities and aesthetics—surely make ancient maintenance standards pale by comparison.
However, modern park and rec professionals responsible for maintaining amphitheaters, whether small or large, have risen to the occasion. The types of maintenance required to sustain an amphitheater are basically the same, whether it is a small community space used for local events or a large hippodrome that can host regional or national events.