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The Life of Shakespeare . Brandon Ventura, Olivia Gentilezza, Vanessa Duboski, Phil Schoen. Early Life. Born on April 1564 in Stratford-Upon-Avon which is along England’s Avon River At the age of 18 he married Anne Hathaway Shakespeare and Anne had three children: - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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The Life of Shakespeare

Brandon Ventura, Olivia Gentilezza, Vanessa Duboski, Phil SchoenThe Life of Shakespeare Early Life Born on April 1564 in Stratford-Upon-Avon which is along Englands Avon RiverAt the age of 18 he married Anne HathawayShakespeare and Anne had three children: Oldest daughter Susanna and twins Judith and Hamlet. Hamlet, Shakespeares only son, died at a young age.

School Days & Family LifeHistorians are not quite sure what school he went to but there is a lot of evidence that says he went to the Stratford grammar schoolHe started out in the petty school when he was about four where he learned how to read and write.When he was older he moved on to grade school were he learned Latin literature and began to study the New Greek Testament.

Not much is known from his school life to his professional life in London.He got married to Ann Hathaway and had 3 children when he was 18.

Shakespeares StoryWe can tell from his works that he was a voracious reader.He was very wealthy.Until the late eighteenth century, the William Shakespeare who lived in most biographies was the creation of legend and tradition.Queen Elizabeth demanded that Shakespeare write a play for her that was to be finished in 14 days.Shakespeare reached the top of his acting career by playing the role of many ghosts in the play, Hamlet and Adam in As You Like It.

Working LifeSpent his working time in the London theatre worldBy the early 1590s, he established himself a professional playwright Enjoyed achieving success in not only playwriting, but also as an actor and shareholder in a acting companySometime during the years of 1610 and 1613, he is thought to have retired from the stageAfter he retired he returned home to Stratford. Shortly after returning he passed away in 1616 After his death two memorials of Shakespeare are considered creditable: an engraving in the 1623 First Folio, and Shakespeares memorial bust at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford.

Success In LondonBy 1592 Shakespeare had achieved some prominence in London as both an actor and a playwright.Shakespeare, in 1593, became a published poet.In 1593, he published Venus and Adonis, and in 1594, The Rape of Lucrece.Both were long narrative poems.When he published these poems, it was during the times the theaters were closed due to a disease. Shakespeare began a service as an acting-company shareholder when the theaters reopened in late 1594.In the 1590s, he wrote his plays on English history as well as several comedies and at least two tragedies (Titus Andronicus and Romeo and Juliet).Many of Shakespeares sonnets are assumed to be written in the 1950s, but they werent published until 1609.

Success In London (Cont.)In 1599, Shakespeare's company built a theater for themselves across the river from London, naming it the Globe.Many of his popular plays were written while he was in the theater. Many of Shakespeares plays were performed for people of high authority.Otherwise, his plays from 1599 to 1608 were, so far as we know, performed only at the Globe.For the new indoor Blackfriars Theater he wrote many new plays.This was during the years of 1608-1612.After the year of 1612, Shakespeare slowed down with his writing and wrote very little.The Globe caught on fire and completely burned to the ground in 1613 during the play of Henry VIII.

The Final YearsBetween 1610 and 1613 he returned to Stratford very wealthy.His father John was rewarded with the Coat of Arms.Died April 13, 1616.The Holy Trinity Church Made a bust of him.Buried April 25, 1616

Questioning Shakespeares AuthorshipSome people believe that Shakespeare couldnt have written all of his works by himself.

An Expansive AgeShakespeare wrote in an age where newly translated Greek and Roman classics became popular.The readings spoke of different viewpoints from different parts of the world. Thus, Shakespeare wrote Hamlet which captured the newly found interests of the people. Exploration and Discovery was also at a peak during Shakespeares time.Geographical and scientific discoveries were made that, in addition to the Greek and Roman writings, changed viewpoints.

LondonIn London many advancements were made that completely altered the city and its importance.It changed to the political, economic, and entertainment center of England.Many English residents would travel to London seeking a lifestyle change.

Work Cited"Shakespeare's Life-Folger Shakespeare Library." -Folger Shakespeare Library. N.p., n.d. Web. 1 Apr. 2012. .