Lysistrata

Author: Aristophanes

Synopsis:

In the ancient Greek comedy 'Lysistrata', the women of Athens and Sparta unite in an audacious plan to end the Peloponnesian War. Led by the charismatic Lysistrata, they vow to withhold their affections from their husbands until peace is achieved. As tensions rise and desires intensify, the battle of the sexes takes on a whole new meaning, leading to uproarious and unexpected consequences.

Genres: Comedy, Satire, Drama

Themes: Gender roles, War and peace, Power dynamics, Sexual politics

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