What three types of drama did ancient Greek theatre have?

Tragedy, comedy, and the satyr play.

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Why: Ancient Greek theatre consisted of tragedy, comedy, and the satyr play.

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Answer: Tragedy, comedy, and the satyr play. Ancient Greek theatre consisted of tragedy, comedy, and the satyr play.

  1. Theatre en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theatre
    The theatre of ancient Greece consisted of three types of drama: tragedy, comedy, and the satyr play.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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