Lysistrata

American  

[lis-uh-strah-tuh, lahy-sis-truh-tuh] / ˌlɪs əˈstrɑ tə, laɪˈsɪs trə tə /

noun

1. a comedy (411 b.c.) by Aristophanes.

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Lysistrata Cultural  

1. An ancient Greek comedy by Aristophanes. The title character persuades the women of Athens (see also Athens) and Sparta, which are at war, to refuse sexual contact with their husbands until the two cities make peace.

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Example Sentences

Her latest comedy is, “@Lys,” based on Aristophanes’ Lysistrata.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2023

He also appeared on Broadway in "Lysistrata" and "A Raisin in the Sun," and directed a Broadway production of "Carry Me Back to Morningside Heights."

From Salon • Jan. 7, 2022

Afterward, he earned a small role in the Greek comedy "Lysistrata."

From Fox News • Jan. 7, 2022

Instead he decided his future lay as a serious stage actor and he was offered a leading role in a production of Aristophanes' comedy Lysistrata in 1946.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2022

And why do you summon us, dear Lysistrata?

From The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 by Aristophanes