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The Globe Theatre

Terms in this set (11)

in what year did Shakespeare and his partners build the Globe?
In what year was it destroyed by fire?
in what year was the Globe finally demolished?
1599
1613
1644
what was the name of the London suburb in which they built the Globe?
what river was the Globe near?
southwark
Thames River
from what part of the theater did technicians lower actor who were portraying angels or spirits?
heavens
What decoration gave the heavens its name?
painting of sun, moon, and stars
what was the name of the player company associated with the Globe Theater?
What was their name later hanged to?
the chamberlain, later the kings men
what were the audience members who stood in the pit called?
groundling
what type of roof did the Globe have?
a thatched roof
What did the owners of the Globe cut into the main stage floor?
what was it used for?
trapdoor for allowing things to appear and disappear
what was located above and on both sides of the main stage?
side balcony
Theaters of the time did not use elaborate scenery; name three things that were used in place of scenery to enhance the play.
colorful costumes, musical accompaniment, and special sound effects
How did London citizens know when and which theater would be giving a performance?
flying flags
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