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This book describes London theaters in the 1500s and 1600 during the reigns of Queen Elizabeth I and King James I, including how they were built and what kind of plays were performed.
Quick Summary
Travel back to Elizabethan London where actors performed in secret, built theaters overnight to dodge authorities, and staged plays for queens who loved scandalous comedy. Kids will devour the wild stories of actors who were also spies, theaters that burned down and were rebuilt bigger, and the secret history of how Shakespeare's Globe Theatre became the hottest entertainment in town. If your kid loves the time-traveling adventure of Magic Tree House or the "Who Was?" history series, they'll be absolutely riveted by these theatrical time capsules. Perfect for curious readers in grades 4-7 who are fascinated by Shakespeare's world, royal drama, and the birthplace of theater.