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    Elizabethan Theatre The Elizabethan Era began in the year 1558 and lasted until 1603. During this time, Queen Elizabeth I came to rule over England, and England experienced a period of peace and prosperity in which the arts were able to flourish. This is also known as the beginning of the English Renaissance. In this, the art of theatre became quite significant in the lives of the people and developed immensely during this time due to Queen Elizabeth’s wide acceptance and encouragement of theatrical

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    progressions in civilization, is the Renaissance era. Culture was a huge part of the Renaissance era. The vast artistic styles in all aspects of life during this time made for such a cultural focus. The Renaissance era was called a rebirth of cultural awareness; theatre was a large part of this, including Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. To understand the role theatre played in shaping the Renaissance era one must understand what exactly the Renaissance was. The Renaissance is normally thought to have begun

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    English Renaissance theatre, also known as early modern ENGLISH THEATRE, Or as Elizabethan theatre, refers to the theatre of England between 1562 and 1642. This is the style of the plays of WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE, CHRISTOPHER MARLOWE and BEN JONSON. It is considered to be the most brilliant period in the history of English theatre. English Renaissance theatre encompasses the period between 1562 and 1642. Theatrical life was largely centered in London, but plays were performed by touring companies all

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    architecture style of Elizabethan theater and the theatrical life and the establishment of permanent theaters. Let’s take a look at some of the history and just what exactly Elizabethan theater really is. Elizabethan theater, “also known as English theater or English Renaissance theater”, refers to the theater of England between 1562 and 1642. Elizabethan theater is based on the styles of

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    Theaters of the Renaissance Theaters and Drama have been around for quite sometime. The production of these play have changed over the years. The theaters in the Renaissance helped to shape the way of theaters to how we know them today. Theaters like The Globe,The Swan, The Rose and The Curtin. These were a few of the main theaters at the time. The role that these theaters played was very important and influential to the culture of theaters in today’s society. In England there were pretty much

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    popular it attracted a lot of criticism from the English Society. It came about in a time when drama shifted from religious to a secular function in society. The Elizabethan Theater lasted from the end of the 16th century and well into the 17th century. And it set out the stage for some actors very well-known even today. From the violence that was prevalent because of the Black Death, people turned to the theater for many reasons. Elizabethan theatre was popular for its time because Queen Elizabeth

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    Briseida Garcia Independent Study- Theatre History 2 Dr. Terry Donovan Smith November 2, 2017 Historical Analysis Christopher Marlowe born in Canterbury, England his exact birth date is not known which why it is based when he received his baptism in 1564. Marlowe was a poet and playwright who was very prominent in the dramatic renaissance in the 16th century. Marlowe was a University graduate with a bachelor’s of arts. He tried to obtain his Masters, but the University gave him a hard time in doing

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    Introduction to our specific production and the theatre design element: While evaluating the history of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, it is apparent that an exact date, time, or stage design has been identified for this particular Shakespearean masterpiece. It is believed by some scholars that William Shakespeare wrote this play with a wedding in mind, while other’s will argue that the final script wasn’t performed for anyone in particular, but rather for the general public in an amphitheater setting

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    The Renaissance Era produced many great legends whose legacies left an impact on our society today. William Davenant was one of the important figures whose achievements helped to restore English literature. Those who are well versed in theater have long debated who William Davenant was and why he was important. William Davenant was rumored to be Shakespeare’s son, was crucial to the Restoration, and was a famous English poet and playwright who changed the scope of literature. Born in Oxford

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    Consumnes River College, a film professor argued to his class that "Saving Private Ryan" should have won the award. The whole class, which I attended, obediently agreed. Only after studying Renaissance literature, I realize our mistake. "Shakespeare In Love" accurately portrays Renaissance England and the birth of English drama, which is the ancestor of American motion picture. Its combination of screenplay and acting accurately portrays the important figures surrounding young Elizabethan drama. However

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