William Shakespeare (1564 to 1616)

Study note

The Elizabethan period is remembered for its poetry and drama, especially the work of William Shakespeare, who lived from 1564 to 1616. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon, he was a playwright, actor and poet whose famous plays include Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Macbeth. He greatly influenced the English language and invented many words. The Globe Theatre in London is a modern copy of the theatres where his plays were first performed.

Memory tip: Shakespeare 1564 to 1616, from Stratford-upon-Avon; the Globe Theatre; Hamlet, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet.