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Fact Sheet: London

Shakespeare spent most of his working life in London, the home of the first permanent playhouses.
Fact Sheet: Indoor Theatres

Indoor theatres grew out of temporary theatres in existing buildings set up for private performances.
Fact Sheet: Costumes and Cosmetics

Stage make-up, like costumes, helped the audience to understand characters.
Fact Sheet: Audiences

By 1600, between 10,000 and 20,000 people a week went to London theatres.
Fact Sheet: Actors

The life of an actor changed dramatically during Shakespeare’s lifetime...