In the vicinity of Plaka, a few steps from the Acropolis Museum, is the Choragic Monument of Lysicrates. This monument was erected by the Choragic Lysicrates in memory of the award of the first prize in 335/334 BC to one of the performances he sponsored. The word "choragic" in Greek means "sponsor". Choragic was a very important title for ancient Athenians. The Choragic actually sponsored the costs and preparation of dramatic and musical performances during the festivals in Athens. When the costs were not covered by the state, the choragic was intended to pay for the costs of costumes, masks, rehearsal costs, stage painting, sound effects and in general all the costs associated with the performance.→