1. An Introduction Pages 1-8
William Shakespeare
An Introduction
Pages 1-8

2. 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

3. Wife and Children The Plays Married Anne Hathaway at 18
Had a daughter and twin boys
The Plays
Travelled to London
Became a rising actor and playwright

4. Stage Success Publications 1594 – joined Lord Chamberlain’s Men
1599 – Globe Theatre opened
Publications
First collected works were in folio format
Plays were meant to be performed – not read

5. Prolific Productions Final Days 1606 Macbeth Died on April 23, 1616
7 years later Folio of 36 plays published

6. Shakespeare’s Language
Different pronouns (thou, thee and ye) Iambic pentameter Word play
Final Days
Died on April 23, 1616
7 years later Folio of 36 plays
published