William Shakespeare

Isla Kirton
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 Who Is William Shakespeare?
William Shakespeare was a
English Play Writer during the
16th Century. He performed in
the Global Theatre in London,
United Kingdom. He had a great
influence on the English
Language and how we think
today. His plays were very
modern during the 16th Century.
Above is a picture of William Shakespeare.
 All about the globe Theatre
The Globe Theatre was built
when Shakespeare was a 12
year old boy in school by
James Burbage. Due to the
Burbages losing their lease a
larger playhouse was built
outside of Thames and paid
for by 5 actor- shares
including William
Shakespeare.
The Globe Theatre was a
theatre outdoors which was
fantastic for suitable weather.
The Shakespeare Company
wanted to achieve an indoor
theatre. In 1609 this was
achieved when the Burbages
took over the London's
Blackfriar Theatre making it
easier to have year round
plays.
Where is the globe Theatre?
London ,
United
Kingdom

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 Shakespeare’s Early Life
Shakespeare was the oldest surviving child of John and Mary Shakespeare. His father John
worked with leather. Shakespeare went to Stratford Grammar School and is believed to go
there until the age of 15. He learned a lot of Latin. Scholars do not know much about his early
life however he briefly talks about it in one of his plays. Scholars are uncertain about
Shakespeare's birthday however it is believed to be April 23, 1564.
 When Shakespeare was married and had children...
Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway when she was
expecting her first baby. In 1585 the two together had twins
which was the only kids they ever had. Anne was from
Shottery which was a small town out of Stratford. Anne
spent the remaining years of her life in Stratford.
 When Shakespeare Debuted at the Globe Theatre...
Shakespeare's official Shakespeare wrote When performing a
debut as a 16th Century historical play a canyon
modern plays
London Actor was in 1592 set fire and the Globe
when he mocked a during the 16th
Theatre was burned
contemporary entitled Century which
down nearly 400 years
"Shake-scene." For two influenced the way
decades Shakespeare had ago when a canyon
a major impact on the
we write and think was set fire during a
London Theatre today.His plays historical play
Community and he were considered performed by William
became more popular before his time. Shakespeare.
throughout London.
 Staging at the Globe Theatre
In most plays the cast were all male.
Acting parts for females may be acted by
a clown or a well known adult actor.
People who acted with Shakespeare had
to have quality theatrical skills including
acting, singing, playing instruments, and
dancing. There were not many prompts
used except to develop the plot and the
audience could see the cast entrance and
exit. Costumes were typically not
accurate historically.
When the English Civil War
happened many theaters
closed temporarily. After the
restoration of the Monarchy
of England theaters now
featured both females and
males in the plays. Now,
Shakespeare’s plays are
used globally for many
purposes.
 The globe from the audience perspective
The audience could pay one penny to sit in the outdoors
part or two pennies to sit in the balcony. The tickets to the
indoor theaters costed more. The audience enjoyed a
variety of concessions and drinks such as ale and wine.

To the left is a picture of the Globe Theatre.

 Shakespeare’s Final Years
Shakespeare died on April 23,1616 which is believed to be his
birthday. Shakespeare health kept going down hill and his
brother & law had a disease which is believed to be the cause of
death. Shakespeare is believed to have a real memorial at the
Holy Trinity Church.

To the right is the monument of William

Shakespeare in the church.
 The legacy Shakespeare left behind
Shakespeare attended the Stratford the Edward 6th Grammar School.
Shakespeare did not know much Lation but even less Greek which is considered
ironic. Shakespeare contributed greatly to the English Language well
responsible for over 3,000 words. He had a significant impact on the way we
think and view our daily lives today.
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