* Farce: These plays are characterized by physical humor, slapstick comedy, and exaggerated characters. Examples include _The Comedy of Errors_ and _The Taming of the Shrew_.
* Satire: These plays use humor to criticize social or political institutions. Examples include _The Merry Wives of Windsor_ and _Troilus and Cressida_.
* Tragicomedy: These plays blend elements of comedy and tragedy, often with a bittersweet ending. Examples include _Measure for Measure_ and _The Winter's Tale_.