Protagonist

Character Role Analysis

Lysistrata

Lysistrata definitely stands out as the protagonist of this play. Before the action even starts, she's got her whole plan worked out; as a result, she's basically the one who gets the action going. And she not only gets it going, but she keeps it going.

Every step of the way, Lysistrata is the one encouraging the women in their quest, and correcting them when they slip up. At the end, it's Lysistrata who saves the day, by getting the Athenians and Spartans to sign a peace treaty. It's hard to find a more perfect example of a heroine than that.