Theatrical spectacles on temporarily constructed stage-like arrangements within great halls were an established element of courtly entertainment well before the growing fascination for theatre led to the rediscovery of permanent playhouses for theatrical performances in the 16th century. These served as prototypes for the great court theatres of the Baroque (comprising a wing of a building or constructed as independent theatre buildings) as well as for public theatres, of which the latter stood out as proud symbols of the culture and affluence of civil societies. Theatrical performance played an important role in the schools run by the Jesuits, which some other religious orders then followed, seeing drama as an excellent educative tool.