Lysistrata is an example of an old comedy play. Old comedies were defined by their festive moods, lampooning of living people, and use of choruses in masks and costumes. Specifically, Lysistrata demonstrates a formal dispute between men and women, with a two-sided chorus representing each viewpoint and targeting the audience in a humorous way. This two-sided chorus is a key feature of old comedies as it represents divided perspectives in a consecutive rather than simultaneous manner, further demonstrating the "battle of the wills" between men and women.