fabula togata
Roman drama
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Fabula togata refers to ancient Roman comedies that were based on Greek models but featured native Roman subjects. The name itself, meaning "drama in togas," comes from the attire worn by the actors. This genre is contrasted with fabula palliata, which were plays in Greek dress. While no complete works of fabula togata survive, it represented a naturalization of Roman comedy. These plays adapted Greek stock characters and plots to satirize contemporary Roman life.12
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