“There are a lot of things about us women that are pretty rough, I admit—but we do know how to get what we want.” — Aristophanes One of the most daring and enduring comedies of all time, Lysistrata tells the outrageous story of women taking peace into their own hands—by putting love on hold. Tired of the endless Peloponnesian War, the clever and strong-willed Lysistrata unites the women of Greece with one radical strategy: deny their husbands until they agree to end the war. What follows is a hilariously bold, deeply satirical, and surprisingly modern exploration of gender politics, civic duty, and the power of collective resistance. From ancient Athens to modern audiences, Lysistrata continues to provoke laughter, thought, and admiration for its unflinching wit and timeless courage. Funny, sharp, and powerfully subversive, this classic from Aristophanes proves that when women band toget