Term Papers on Global Theatre

Term Paper Title	Global Theatre
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# of Pages (250 words per page double spaced)	1.89

Global Theatre

Compared to the technologically advanced theatres of today, the Globe theatre was extremely limited in its
resources. Although lighting, scenery, curtains, and roofing is expected in the theatres of today, it wasn't
even thought of during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, or the Elizabethan age. Even without all of these
features, Shakespeare's writing style was great enough to make going to the theatre an experience one
would never forget. Shakespeare had to show the time of day by using speech rich in metaphors and
descriptive details. The elaborate costumes conveyed recognizable meanings for the audience such as a rich
man dressed in fine silks with many ruffles. Music was also included in the performances. Musical
accompaniment and sound effects, such as gunpowder explosions, helped set the mood for the scene.

In 1599, The Globe Theatre was built by Lord Chamberlain's men, a company of actors that Shakespeare
belonged to. It was not in the center of the city, but rather on the south bank of the Thames River, in
London. The reasoning behind this goes back to 1574 when an ordinance was passed banishing public
plays from the city claiming that they corrupted youth and promoted prostitution. During a 1613
performance of Henry VIII, a cannon discharged setting fire to the thatched roof. Reconstruction began in
1614, however it was destroyed 30 ears later by the...

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