3. William Shakespeare
Considered by many
the greatest English
writer of all times.
Wrote 38 plays.
He observed human
nature and wrote
about human
feelings.
He had a skill in
creating new words
4. The Globe Theater
Most of
Shakespeare’s plays
were performed at
the Globe.
It was built by
Richard and
Cuthbert Burbage
about half a mile
from London Bridge.
James Burbage built
the first permanent
playhouse called
“The Theater”
5. Stage and seating arrangements of
an Elizabethan Theatre
Open to the sky
Actors performed on
the main stage,
behind the curtains or
balcony.
No fixed stage,
artificial heads, cages,
animals etc.
For a single penny you
could sit on the floor
6. Different livehoods that reflected
the character of London during the
mid- 1500´s
Boater: Reflected transportation through the
river
Water carriers: Reflected the lack of plumbing
in London.
Cappers: Reflected the necesity to keep people
busy, preventing riots on the streets.
Barbers: Reflected English men concerned with
personal appearance.
Rogue: Reflected the lack of jobs available.
Jailers: Reflected crime
