<P> This new style was called tragedy , and Thespis was the most popular exponent of it . Eventually , in 534 BC competitions to find the best tragedy were instituted at the City Dionysia in Athens , and Thespis won the first documented competition . Capitalising on his success , Thespis also invented theatrical touring ; he would tour various cities while carrying his costumes , masks and other props in a horse - drawn wagon . </P>
<P> This new style was called tragedy , and Thespis was the most popular exponent of it . Eventually , in 534 BC competitions to find the best tragedy were instituted at the City Dionysia in Athens , and Thespis won the first documented competition . Capitalising on his success , Thespis also invented theatrical touring ; he would tour various cities while carrying his costumes , masks and other props in a horse - drawn wagon . </P>
who won the first drama contest in 534
who won the first drama contest in 534
Thespis
Thespis