American Drama Introduction

American Drama is the only electronic collection to bring together–in fully-searchable electronic format–such an extensive and inclusive compilation of American dramatic literature.

What are the 4 types of drama?
There are four main forms of drama. They are comedy, tragedy, tragicomedy and melodrama. All these types have the common characteristics of drama genre; they are, plot, characters, conflict, music and dialogue.

What are the 3 types of drama?
The three genres of drama were comedy, satyr plays, and most important of all, tragedy. Comedy: The first comedies were mainly satirical and mocked men in power for their vanity and foolishness.

What is history of drama?
History of Western Drama  Western drama originates in classical Greece. The theatrical culture of the city-state of Athens produced three genres of drama: tragedy, comedy, and the satyr play. The origins of drama go back to competitions held as part of festivities celebrating the god Dionysus. 7.