The Roman Theater is the most representative element of the Monumental City of Mérida. It opened between 16-15 b. C. and was the consul Marcus Agripa who promoted its construction. Was buried for centuries, remaining visible only the top of the bleachers that formed seven major blocks popularly known as the Seven Chairs. The stands -cavea- with a capacity for 6000 spectators, was built, in part, taking advantage of the hillside of Saint Albin. It is divided into three sectors ima, media and summa cavea. The orchestra, in which the Chorus stood surrounded by three tiers of honor reserved for the authorities. The most spectacular theater area is the front of the scene, with two bodies of marble columns. Among them, a series of sculptures completed the decoration: Ceres, Pluto, Proserpina and statues which have been interpreted as imperial portraits.