Who were allowed to be actors in greek theatre?

In ancient Greek theater during its classical period (5th and 4th centuries BCE), acting was exclusively performed by male actors, known as "hypokritai" (actors) or "mimes." Female roles were also played by male actors wearing masks and costumes that represented the female form. Female actors were not permitted on the stage in ancient Greece.

Greek theater had different types of performers:

1) Protagonist: The lead actor who played the main role in a play.

2) Deuteragonist: The second most important actor who played a supporting role.

3) Tritagonist: The third most important actor with a smaller role.

4) Chorus Leader: The leader of the chorus, a group of actors who provided commentary on the play.

The most famous ancient Greek actors include Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes, who were not only playwrights but also prominent performers.