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William Shakespeare. An Introduction Pages 1-8. General. Plays still performed today / new modern versions as well as originals Not much is really known about him. Family Life. Born to Mary and John Shakespeare April 23, 1564. Wife and Children. The Plays. Travelled to London
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William Shakespeare An Introduction Pages 1-8
General • Plays still performed today / new modern versions as well as originals • Not much is really known about him Family Life • Born to Mary and John Shakespeare • April 23, 1564
Wife and Children The Plays • Travelled to London • Became a rising actor and playwright Married Anne Hathaway at 18 Had a daughter and twin boys
Stage Success Publications • First collected works were in folio format • Plays were meant to be performed – not read 1594 – joined Lord Chamberlain’s Men 1599 – Globe Theatre opened
Prolific Productions Final Days • Died on April 23, 1616 • 7 years later Folio of 36 plays published 1606 Macbeth
Shakespeare’s Language Final Days • Died on April 23, 1616 • 7 years later Folio of 36 plays published Different pronouns (thou, thee and ye) Iambic pentameter Word play