Gladiators and Caesars

On October 21, 2000, the British Museum opened an impressive new exhibition, Gladiators and Caesars: The Power of Spectacle in Ancient Rome. The exhibit runs through January 21, 2001.

The special exhibit focuses on the hype and substance surrounding popular entertainment in the ancient Roman empire. More than 20 museums throughout the world contributed objects to the exhibition in addition to those from the British Museum's extensive holdings.

Admission for adults is Ł6, children under 12 go free.

The exhibition is open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 10.00am - 5.00pm (last admission 4.15pm); Thursday and Friday 10.00am - 8.30pm (last admissions 7.45pm); and Sunday 10.00 - 5.30 (last admissions 4.45pm).