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Etymology of the Greek word theatron (θέατρον)

the Greek word theatron, θέατρον (a place for public show ('theatre'); general audience-room; by implication, a show itself)
derived from the Greek word theasthai, θεᾶσθαι
derived from the Greek word thea, θεά (a female deity)
derived from the Greek word theaomai, θεάομαι (to look closely at; perceive ; by extension to visit; to look closely at; perceive; by extension to visit)

Derivations in Greek

amphitheatron

Derivations in other languages

Latin theatrum



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