| Author |
Adams, Joseph Quincy, 1881-1946 |
| LoC No. |
61000908
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| Title |
Shakespearean Playhouses
A History of English Theatres from the Beginnings to the Restoration
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Marilynda Fraser-Cunliffe, Linda Cantoni, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Shakespearean Playhouses" by Joseph Quincy Adams is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history of English theatrical venues from their inception until the Restoration period. The focus is primarily on the evolution and establishment of playhouses in England, particularly those associated with the dramatic activities during the time of Shakespeare. The opening of the book sets the scene by describing the early practices of itinerant actors who performed in various public spaces, with a particular emphasis on inn-yards, which served as makeshift stages before the emergence of dedicated theaters. It explains how these inn-yards, with their natural setups for accommodating audiences, became popular venues for performances. The text further discusses the transitions that led to the gradual establishment of permanent theaters, highlighting the challenges faced by actors, the evolving nature of public entertainment, and the socio-political context impacting these developments. Overall, the opening establishes a foundation for understanding the significance of physical spaces in shaping early modern drama in England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Stage history -- To 1625
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| Subject |
Theaters -- England -- London -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22397 |
| Release Date |
Aug 25, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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