A Few Things About Shakespeare

William ShakespeareApril 23, 1564- April 23, 1616

Born in Stratford-upon-Avon

Not much is known about his early life.He was able to attend school for many years where

he studied history and languages; these lessons helped him write his plays.

He married at 18 and had 3 children. Less than 10 years later he moved to London with his eyes set on stardom while his family stayed in Stratford-upon-Avon.

He was famous as an actor, writer, and director in London.

He retired to his home town in 1610.The first time all of his plays were published was in

1623 (seven years after his death)Shakespeare is responsible for the creation of many

words and phrases we use today.

Personal Life and Plays

The Globe Theatre Built in 1599 by Lord Chamberlain’s Men (the

company of which Shakespeare was a member and part owner)

The original theatre was destroyed in a fire but was later rebuilt. It was closed down and then demolished when arts came out of favor.

The Globe Theatre that exists today was built based on academic records of what the Globe looked like and is located only hundreds of feet from the original site. It was opened in 1995 and now runs plays every Summer.