Shakespear's World Flashcards
When was he born?
1564
When did he pass away?
1616
Where did he live?
England
What are the two titles he has been given
Greatest writer and greatest playwright.
What Is the Renaissance?
The renewed interest in science, commerce, philosophy, and the arts.
What is the Elizabethan age?
A period that lasted from 1558-1603
Describe queen Elizabeth’s reign
Political and religious problems during the reign of Elizabeth’s father continued during the reign of Elizabeth. Elizabeth was a strong supporter of English culture.
What is lord chamberlains men?
A theater company that Shakespeare began acting in and writing plays for
What city is considered to be the center of the Elizabethan stage?
London
Why were theaters in London so successful?
They attracted in audience of rich and poor alike
Describe the globe theatre
A three-story wooden structure with an open-air courtyard in the center. The theater could hold 3,000 spectators. Actors performed on a raised platform stage.
How many people could watch a play at any given time?
3,000
How does the behavior of audience members at the globe theatre differ from going to a play at the majestic theatre in 2015?
In 2015 audience members are polite and show audience etiquette, while at the globe theatre audience members express their emotions, whether their nice or mean.
What is Shakespeare’s first name?
William
What is different about the performances compared to current entertainment?
Current Entertainment relies heavily on artificial lighting and scenery, while performances in that time period did not.
