Shakespeare & The Birth of Professional Theatre
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Shakespeare & The Birth of Professional Theatre
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Theatre wasn't always a respected profession. Before the Renaissance, actors were seen as drifters, and plays were little more than fleeting entertainment. But everything changed with William Shakespeare and his contemporaries. In this episode, we dive into the golden age of theatre—exploring how permanent playhouses like The Globe revolutionized storytelling, how playwrights like Christopher Marlowe, Ben Jonson, and Molière pushed creative boundaries, and how acting transformed into a real career.
What made Shakespeare’s work so timeless? How did theatre survive censorship, scandals, and even the plague? And why does his legacy still dominate the stage today?
Join us as we uncover the birth of professional theatre, the rise of legendary actors, and the stories that continue to shape our world.