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6. New Greek Comedy
New Greek Comedy, also known as Hellenistic Comedy, was a genre of ancient Greek drama that emerged during the Hellenistic period (323-31 BCE). It was a continuation of the earlier Old Comedy and Middle Comedy, with some differences in style and themes. New Greek Comedy focused on everyday life, domestic situations, and character-driven humor. Playwrights like Menander were prominent figures in this genre. Unlike the political and social satire of Old Comedy, New Greek Comedy dealt more with personal and familial relationships, often exploring the romantic entanglements and misunderstandings of ordinary people.
