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Ludus
The Roman word "ludus" can be translated as game or school and was used in what seem to us very different ways. A ludus could be the school at which a gladiator trained or a game at which a gladiator performed, but a ludus could also refer to a game with dramatic theater.
Ludus
Read about the various meanings of the Latin word "ludus."
Ludi or Roman Games
Learn about the official Roman games.
Floralia
Although the ancient Roman holiday of Floralia, or the Ludi Florales, began in April, it was really an ancient May Day celebration. Read more about the spring holiday and the goddess so honored.
Love, Sex, and Tragedy, by Simon Goldhill Book Review
Book Review of Simon Goldhill's "Love, Sex, and Tragedy," which provides a new answer to the "Why study classics?" question.
The Roman Festival of Lupercalia
Origins and speculation about the Roman festival of Lupercalia.