Farce

Petrov-Vodkin's Theatre. Farce. (c. 1870s)
Poster for a production of Boucicault's farce Contempt of Court, c. 1879

Farce is a form of comedy that relies on amusing and highly implausible plots, stereotyped or exaggerated characters, physical humor and misunderstandings to entertain an audience. It originated in masked improvised farces in Ancient Rome, rose in popularity from the late 13th century, and continues to this date in theatre, film and television.

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