Middle English Drama
Middle English Drama refers to theatrical works written and performed in the English language during the medieval period, roughly between the 14th and 16th centuries. These plays were often religious in nature, based on biblical stories or moral allegories, and were typically performed by members of the clergy or guilds. Middle English Drama is characterized by its use of verse, morality plays, and mystery plays that aimed to educate and entertain audiences on spiritual and moral themes. Examples of Middle English Drama include the York Mystery Plays, Wakefield Mystery Plays, and morality plays such as "Everyman."