* Plautus (c. 254-184 BCE) was a prolific playwright who wrote over 100 comedies, of which 21 survive today. His plays are known for their boisterous humor, slapstick, and often farcical plots. He drew heavily on Greek New Comedy, but infused his works with Roman sensibilities and characters.
* Terence (c. 195-159 BCE) was a younger contemporary of Plautus and known for his more refined and intellectual approach to comedy. He was less interested in physical humor and more focused on exploring themes of love, social relationships, and morality. His plays are known for their clever dialogue and sophisticated characters.
Both Plautus and Terence had a lasting impact on the development of Roman comedy and continue to be studied and performed today.