The Globe Theatre
Over the next few posts we are going to Focus on London primarily and have a look at the different types of architecture over the ages and discuss pivitol changes in architecture style and the buildings that defined the age.
It goes without saying that one of the most iconic buildings in London’s history is the Globe Theatre, where many of William Shakespeare’s were acted out for the first time. It was built in 1599 to house The King’s Men, Shakespeare’s own theatre company. The thatch caught light in 1613 during a performance of Henry VII and the theatre was badly damaged. It was completely destroyed in 1643 during the English Civil War.
The concept of rebuilding the Globe was the conceptual idea of American actor and Director Sam Wanamaker. He founded the Shakespeare Globe Trust in 1970 and in 1987 building work began on a site on the south bank of the Thames not far from where the original Globe was situated. In 1993 the construction of the actual theatre began and building was completed in 1997.
The theatre stages many shows and events throughout the year and is a must visit on any trip to London.
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