Ancient Greek Theatre
Theatres in ancient Greece were typically built on hillsides, with a large, circular orchestra at the centre and a stage building (the skene) at the back. The skene was often used as a backdrop for the action, and it could also be used to create different settings by changing the scenery. For example, a scene might be set in a palace, a forest, or a battlefield by changing the painted scenery on the skene.
Roman Theatre
Roman theatres were similar to Greek theatres, but they were larger and more elaborate. They also had a more permanent stage building, which was often decorated with statues and reliefs. The scenery in Roman theatres was also more elaborate, and it could include things like flying machines and special effects.
Medieval Theatre
Medieval theatres were typically located in churches or guildhalls. They were often quite simple, with a raised platform for the actors and a few props. However, some medieval theatres were quite elaborate, with painted scenery and special effects.
Renaissance Theatre
Renaissance theatres were a return to the classical style of theatre. They were typically built in the form of a horseshoe, with a large stage at one end and a tiered auditorium on the other. The scenery in Renaissance theatres was often quite elaborate, and it could include things like perspective painting, trompe l'oeil, and dioramas.
Modern Theatre
Modern theatre scenery can vary greatly depending on the production. Some productions use realistic scenery, while others use abstract or symbolic scenery. Some productions use no scenery at all, relying instead on the actors' performances to create the setting.