What is comedy?
Q: What is comedy?
A: Comedy is an entertainment with generally funny content that is able to make people laugh.
Q: Where was comedy first used?
A: Comedy was first used in Ancient Greece.
Q: How did Aristotle define comedy?
A: Aristotle defined comedy as "an imitation of characters of a lower type- not, however, in the full sense of the word bad, the ludicrous being merely a subdivision of the ugly." He also said it consists in some defect or ugliness which is not painful or destructive.
Q: Who are lampooners?
A: Lampooners are writers of Comedy.
Q: Who are termed as comedians or comedic actors?
A: People who are known for acting in comedies are termed as comedians or comedic actors.
Q: Is comedy just for theatre plays? A: No, comedy can also be found in television shows and movies.
