jan 1, 1599 - The Globe
Description:
In the Elizabeth period, the most famous theatre building was called the Globe.- Open- air theatre
- No light, so performances could only be given in daytime.
- The stage was a large platform, jutting out from the end wall to the yard or arena.
- Ordinary people stood around the three sides of the stage
- Roofed galleries with seats to the rich people
- Curtains to divide the stage from the audience
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Date:
jan 1, 1599
Now
~ 427 years ago