moralités
Moralités were a type of dramatic allegory popular in late medieval Europe, particularly in England and France, from the 15th to the 16th centuries. These plays served as a form of moral instruction, aiming to teach the audience about Christian doctrine and virtuous living. Unlike earlier miracle plays or morality plays that focused on biblical stories or saints' lives, moralités featured allegorical characters representing abstract concepts.
The central character in a moralité was often Everyman, or a similar figure representing humanity, who was
Moralités were performed in public spaces, often by itinerant acting companies. They were characterized by their