The Shakespearean Stage, 1574-1642

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The birth of modern Theatre in English - By: , 09 Feb 2001
An excellent book covering the rise & falll of the theatrical tide whose highest crest was the genius of Shakespeare. The first London-based acting companies appeared in 1574, & a total ban on playing was imposed by the Puritans in 1642. Professor Gurr not only describes what the theatres were like, using archaeological findings, but also what it must have been like to attend a performance. He is principal consultant to Shakespeare's Globe, the reconstruction of Shakespeare's own playhouse on London's Bankside. Chapters are devoted to players, companies, theatres, costumes, properties, social attitudes & much more. The book gives you a taste of the excitement involved with taking part in the birth of Theatre in the English language.

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