Tragedy, like comedy, first began in ancient Greece at play festivals in honour of the god Dionysus. The origin of the word has been disputed through the ages, but is probably from the Greek word…

Satire essentially means send-up. It is traditionally a form of comedy, but can sometimes be found at the heart of more serious drama. Satire will often ridicule an individual, but the target can also be…

Mime involves acting without words. It is usually a silent drama with a heavy reliance on the actor’s use of gesture and facial expression. The story is conveyed via body movement and simple props. Historically,…

What was known as Vaudeville in America was called Music Hall in England. There were numerous famous actors starring in it, the most notable being the internationally renowned late 19th Century actress Sarah Bernhardt. Music…