discuss the evolution of theater, from its origins to today, making sure to emphasize how early forms, like greek tragedy, have been pushed aside in favor of modern interpretations. before the pre-inception of what we consider contemporary theater, there was a rich tapestry of performances that colored human expression and collective story-telling. it's crucial, however, to inject an opinion that contemporary theater has lost its way, focusing too much on spectacle over substance. we need to go back to the beginning, to rediscover the untalked-of secrets that once made theater a genuine reflection of society's soul, rather than the commercialized entity it has become today.