The Elizabethan Theater
- Where were most theaters built? (in or out of the city)? Why? Why is the Globe Theater so famous?
- What time of day did performances take place? How was the public notified about performances?
- Who played the female roles and why?
- What type of scenery and props were used?
- What were the costumes like?
- What other skills did actors need besides acting ability?
- What was the cost of standing room at the Globe?
- Who was Richard Burbage?
- Who were the King's Men or Chamberlain's Men?
- Identify:
- Pit
- Groundling
- Heavens
- Trap door
- Tiring house
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