Greek playwrights

Greek playwrights were pioneering dramatists from ancient Greece who developed theater as an art form around the 5th century BCE. They created plays that combined storytelling, dialogue, and performance to explore themes like politics, morality, and human nature. Notable figures include Aeschylus, who introduced complex tragedies; Sophocles, known for his profound exploration of character; Euripides, who depicted more realistic and controversial themes; and Aristophanes, a comic playwright satirizing society. Their works laid the foundation for Western drama, emphasizing artistic innovation, philosophical questions, and the power of theater to reflect human experiences.