Tragedies
- Tragedies are plays that end in the downfall or death of the main character. They often deal with serious themes, such as betrayal, murder, and revenge.
- Some famous examples of tragedies include William Shakespeare's "Hamlet," "Oedipus Rex" by Sophocles, and "Medea" by Euripides.
Comedies
- Comedies are plays that end in a happy resolution, often with the marriage of two characters. They usually deal with lighter themes, such as love, courtship, and mistaken identity.
- Some famous examples of comedies include William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde, and "The Play That Goes Wrong" by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields.
In addition to tragedies and comedies, there are also other types of dramatic poetry, such as historical plays, pastorals, and farces.