as in auditoriums
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings
the conference attendees crowded into the amphitheater for the keynote address
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Recent Examples of amphitheaters
Arenas and amphitheaters in Seattle, Vancouver, Grand Rapids, and other cities will host the extended co-headlining run, which had seemingly wrapped in London and Manchester this past weekend.
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Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
22 June 2026
Red Rocks remains the industry’s gold standard for outdoor amphitheaters.
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Jonathan Cohen,
SPIN,
13 June 2026
After studying at the University of Arkansas, Ben built a career on his own terms, going from playing college shows to selling out amphitheaters, performing at venues like the Kennedy Center, and releasing chart-topping albums like Brand New, Magic and The Joy of Music.
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Staff Author,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
Other amphitheaters ran by Live Nation are in Atlanta, Toronto, New York and other cities.
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Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
Free music is everywhere this summer, from museums and amphitheaters to Denver International Airport.
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John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
With a new album and an upcoming summer tour of mostly suburban amphitheaters, Duff, 38, is about to have a monster summer.
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Joe Kinsey Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Watch an opera at the Arena, one of the world’s largest surviving ancient Roman amphitheaters.
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Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
From ancient amphitheaters to Renaissance galleries, the famous landmarks in Italy offer deeply authentic cultural and religious experiences for travelers who appreciate slowing down.
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Lauren Schuster,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
22 June 2026
Red Rocks remains the industry’s gold standard for outdoor amphitheaters.
—
Jonathan Cohen,
SPIN,
13 June 2026
After studying at the University of Arkansas, Ben built a career on his own terms, going from playing college shows to selling out amphitheaters, performing at venues like the Kennedy Center, and releasing chart-topping albums like Brand New, Magic and The Joy of Music.
—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
Other amphitheaters ran by Live Nation are in Atlanta, Toronto, New York and other cities.
—
Rashad Alexander,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
Free music is everywhere this summer, from museums and amphitheaters to Denver International Airport.
—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
8 May 2026
With a new album and an upcoming summer tour of mostly suburban amphitheaters, Duff, 38, is about to have a monster summer.
—
Joe Kinsey Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
Watch an opera at the Arena, one of the world’s largest surviving ancient Roman amphitheaters.
—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
From ancient amphitheaters to Renaissance galleries, the famous landmarks in Italy offer deeply authentic cultural and religious experiences for travelers who appreciate slowing down.
—
Lauren Schuster,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amphitheaters
auditoriums
Noun
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
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Across the country, families are filling auditoriums and lawns to watch their seniors walk across the stage.
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“Amphitheaters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amphitheaters. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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