Wiki Page, Oklahoma High School- Drama/Theatre Course (OK Art Tech): 6.5 The Globe Theatre

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The Globe Theatre

Introduction

The Globe Theatre is the famous theater that Shakespeare and his acting company, Lord Chamberlain's Men, helped establish. The original Globe Theatre opened in 1599 just outside of London.

History

1st building: In 1613, the theater burned because a misfired prop cannon caused the thatch roof to catch fire.

2nd building: In 1642, after the theater had been rebuilt, the Puritans tore it down because they disapproved of the dramatic arts. They built homes on top of the site so the theater could not be replaced.

3rd building: A group began fundraising to build a new Globe Theatre, and it opened in 1997. It still exists today and bustles with activities all year long.

Video: The Globe Theatre

HUB Scuola. (2019, July 12). The Globe Theatre. [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/KFW44IBeNTI?si=rXym6RxZCo_qi1fk

Click on the button at the bottom of the video to access the closed captions.

Remember, The Globe had a system where they would hang colorful flags from the top of the building: white for comedy, black for tragedy, and red for history. You could look up in the direction of The Globe to see what color flag was snapping in the breeze and decide whether or not to go.

Guiding Questions

By yourself, or with a partner, answer the following questions before moving on to the next page.

1. What is it about the theatre that makes people rebuild it time and again, even after it’s been destroyed?

2. Using The Globe Theatre's flag system as a guide, which color would you choose to attend a performance under, and why?