Shakespeare Flashcards
1
Q
When was Shakespeare born?
A
April 23rd, 1564
2
Q
What is a patron?
A
A wealthy aristocrat who would help an artist find work and support some living needs.
3
Q
Who was Shakespeare’s patron?
A
Henry Wriothesley
4
Q
What is a repertory company?
A
A theatre company that performs work from its repertoire for regular, short periods of time, moving from work to another.
5
Q
What is an eligible acting troupe?
A
An acting troupe that has a required licence to prove they were a legit acting group and that someone from nobility supported them.
6
Q
What 3 types of stages did actors use during this time?
A
Inn-Yards
Playhouses
Amphitheatres
7
Q
What are the 3 types of plays that Shakespeare wrote?
A
Tragedies
Comedies
Histories
8
Q
Who went to see these plays?
A
Aristocrats
The Queen/King
The Groundlings
