Greek theatre began around 550 BC in Athens, where it was institutionalized as part of the Dionysia festival honoring Dionysus. The large theatres could accommodate both the large number of performers and audiences of up to 14,000 people equally, regardless of their wealth. While women were not allowed to perform, the themes and music of the plays focused on masculine subjects and styles that portrayed the ideal man as fighting and brave, with music styled for male voices.