Greek theatre began in the 6th century BCE in Athens as part of religious festivals honoring Dionysus. It developed into three main genres: tragedy, comedy, and satyr plays, known for their crude humor.
Famous playwrights include Aeschylus, the "Father of Tragedy," Sophocles, who introduced complex characters, and Euripides, who focused on human emotions. Aristophanes, the greatest comedic playwright, used satire to mock Athenian politics and society. His works, such as Lysistrata, The Clouds, and The Birds (Ornithes), are filled with humor, imagination, and sharp social commentary.
