2.1-Elizabethan Culture Flashcards
What were the two dominant art forms of Elizabethan England?
Literature and Music
What invention in the 15th century allowed new ideas to spread faster?
The printing press
What percentage of the population were classed as the gentry?
5%
Give 2 causes for the rise of the gentry
.The Tudors were suspicious of the old nobility
.The dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII allowed the gentry to acquire church lands
.Increased wealth-growth in trade and exploration
Name two parts of mens clothing that were in fashion
.Doublets .Breeches .Underwear .Collars .Ruffs .Hats .Shoes
Name two parts of womens clothing that were in fashion
.Gowns .Hats .Corsets .Collars .Ruffs .Shoes
What is ‘the great rebuilding’?
The boom of building domestic houses for the well off
What were the upper class houses of the wealthy influenced by?
Italian renaissance style architecture
In which year did parliament pass a law stating all actors to be licensed?
1572
Where most theatres based in London?
South Bank and Southwark
How many major theatres and companies of actors were there in 1603?
7 theatres
40 companies of actors
Why were performances in the Globe Theatre held in the afternoon?
Because there was no artificial lighting
What was the ‘Tiring House’?
Where the actors put on their costumes
What were the audience members who had to stand known as?
The groundlings
How much did the gallery seats cost?
2 pence
How much did it cost for the groundlings to get in?
1 pence
How much would a cushion cost?
An extra penny
What did the themes of the play reflect?
.The interests of Elizabethans
in the 1550s to 1560s how were actors treated?
.Treated with suspicion by the authorities
Why did the attitudes of Elizabeth and her advisors change in favour of Theatre?
.They realised the propaganda potential of theatre and the role it could play in encouraging social peace
What did Elizabeth allow one group of actors to call themselves?
The Queens Company
Name two things that were important about Elizabethan theatre
.A cultural high point in Elizabethan England
.Hugely popular entertainment for all classes
.Government recognised the propaganda value
.The plays were censored to ensure the great chain of being was inforced
What cult was developed to make Elizabeth an object of worship for her people?
Gloriana
Name two things that were important about the ‘Golden Age’
.It was caused by the rising gentry whose wealth paid for many things
.Government recognised the power and importance of propaganda
.Government were in control of controlling culture
