, Shakespeare , & The Elizabethan Age

The Elizabethan Era 1558-1603 This was the length of Queen Elizabeth’s reign England became a dominant force during this time The age of exploration Exploring new territories Expanding countries’ wealth Discovering new trade routes London: most populated city in Europe 200,000 in 1659

The Elizabethan Era: Theatre Theatres in London were not on the “good” side of the Thames river Surrounded by brothels, pubs, gambling houses Original entertainment in theatres: Bear baiting Rooster fights Wrestling

The Elizabethan Era: Theatre 6 days a week (No Sundays) In the afternoon (2pm-5pm) No stagelights Changed plays often They announced what kind of play was showing with flags: Black-Tragedy,White- comedy, Red- History One play could be performed up to 10 times in a season New plays in constant demand

The Elizabethan Era: The Globe Theatre Most famous theater – Shakespeare’s troupe performed here 25 Actors – all male

The Globe Theatre: The Audience

The Globe Theatre The Globe held about 3000 people 1c admission for standing room Higher price for gallery seating Private boxes for the nobility Sold refreshments No restroom, no intermission

The Elizabethan Era: Shakespeare

About Shakespeare: Recap of video Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564 Father was a glove maker Attended a boys only craftsman school Intense study of Latin and classical philosophers Came to London in 1588 as a traveling “player” (actor)

About Shakespeare: More Important Notes Married Anne Hathaway 1582. She was 26. He was 18. Three children: Susanna Twins: Judith & Hamnet Wrote 37 plays, poems and sonnets(154) Plays are divided into Histories,Tragedies,Comedies & Tragicomedy Died 1616