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Queen Elizabeth and King James of Scotland were great supporters of literature and the arts- they both supported Shakespeare during their reign. This time period also brought economic and social growth to England. | blah
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He wrote from 1585-1614 during the Renaissance or the Elizabethan Age. This time period is known for its theater and thriving literature. | boom
| In late 1500’s theater was changing. Before this time, actors would travel from city to city playing to audiences… these actors were called “players.” | BAM
| Shakespeare (along with other company shareholders) built his theater in 1599- he called it the “Globe”- and he referred to it as the wooden “O”. The Globe was a circular building with three levels overlooking a courtyard with a platform stage | NOM
| Shakespeare (along with other company shareholders) built his theater in 1599- he called it the “Globe”- and he referred to it as the wooden “O”The Globe was a circular building with three levels overlooking a courtyard with a platform stage | GOB |