Even though women make up roughly one half of the world's population, throughout western theatre history they have been relegated to a position.

Minor

Explanation:

 Western theatres have expanded under the Roman people.

Burletta (comic opera) and melodrama were the most popular ones in the minor theatres. In that time, inflation of the aristocracy made noble families poor and the marriage was the main and important thing for those who wanted nobility.

answer; existed; limited;