Thalia and melpomene tattoo

What is the true definition of tragedy in dramatic literature? Let's weigh Aristotle's definition against three tragedies written in different centuries.

𝕭𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖆 𝕿𝖆𝖎𝖙 • Tattoo Artist on Instagram: “Here are some details of this large Hades & Persephone design I am very excited to tattoo on Meaghan’s arm this week. This design is…”

Meant as a comp entry for Don't Panic online poster comp. Vote Here if if you like it! Theme was spirit but I somehow ended up drawing muses! I suppose you could say muses are spirits of inspiration! Melpomene is muse of Tragedy and Thalia is muse of Comedy.

• Melpomene - the “Songstress” is the muse of Tragedy in spite of her Joyous Singing and is represented by the tragic mask. She is sometimes seen with garland, a club and a sword. She is often seen wearing cothurnes, boots traditionally worn by tragic actors, and a crown of cypress. Art by Katlyn