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(Latin; pl. theatra peculiaria: private or special-purpose theatre). Roman society included various types of theatrical venues beyond the standard public theatres, with some built for specific functions or exclusive audiences. These specialized performance spaces are theatra peculiaria. The term encompasses privately owned theatres constructed by wealthy individuals for their personal use, temporary theatrical structures erected for specific events or festivals, and purpose-built venues designed for particular types of performances such as religious ceremonies or elite entertainment.