* Allows for more intimate performances as the audience is closer to the performers.
* Provides better sight lines for the audience as there are no obstructions.
* Creates a more immersive and engaging experience for the audience as they feel more connected to the performers.
* Offers greater flexibility for set design and staging.
Disadvantages:
* Can be more difficult to project sound and lighting evenly throughout the space.
* May be more challenging for some performers to perform without the support of a raised stage.
* Can be more difficult for the audience to see the performers if they are seated in the back rows.
* May require more complex stage machinery and rigging.