Shakespeare's Globe Original Practices Quiz

A revolutionary approach to theatrical performance at the Globe Theatre, focused on recreating the practices and conditions of Shakespeare's era.

The unique relationship between the audience and actors at the Globe, fostered by its open-air design, where everyone can see and be seen.

The Globe's innovative use of makeup, inspired by Renaissance portraiture, to create authentic looks from Shakespeare's time, while ensuring safety.

The use of Early Modern music in theatrical productions at the Globe, incorporating historical instruments and styles.

The process of rediscovering and recreating the artistic techniques and working practices of Shakespeare’s company, based on historical research.

The reconstruction of a Shakespearean amphitheatre, built to replicate the original Globe Theatre, providing a setting for exploring 'Original Practices'.

The partnership between researchers and artists at the Globe Theatre, bringing together historical knowledge and creative practice.

The innovative use of materials and methods to recreate early modern theatrical effects, often through trial and error.

The use of music in Elizabethan theater was not just for emotional effect but also as a physical element of the performance. Musicians were often on stage or in a dedicated gallery between the heavens and the earthly stage, signifying the "Music of the Spheres." The focus was on authenticity, utilizing period instruments without modern amplification.

The use of music in Elizabethan theater was not just for emotional effect but also as a physical element of the performance. Musicians were often on stage or in a dedicated gallery between the heavens and the earthly stage, signifying the "Music of the Spheres." The focus was on authenticity, utilizing period instruments without modern amplification.

The Globe's production of Hamlet (2000) experimented with music for the Ghost's entrance, ultimately choosing a subtle underscore to create a hushed atmosphere. The choice suggests audience expectations and potential original staging techniques.

Costumes in the Globe's productions aimed for historical accuracy. They used materials and techniques consistent with Elizabethan and Jacobean clothing, affecting the actors' posture and breathing. This historical approach aimed to create a more authentic experience for the audience.

In early modern theater, costume played a central role, emphasizing the actors' attire over elaborate sets. This approach focused on the visual appearance of the characters and their relationship to the audience's perception of the play.

In Shakespeare's time, all roles were played by men, with boys portraying female characters. Women were not allowed to perform professionally on stage until the 1660s. The Globe chose to continue this tradition with all-male casts, showcasing the historical theatrical practice.

The Globe chose to use men to play female roles, despite the shift to female actors after the Restoration in the 1660s. This decision emphasized the historical context of Shakespeare's plays and the ongoing evolution of theatrical practice.

In the Globe's production of Twelfth Night, the Tiring House (where actors got ready) was left open for the audience to see. This open space gave the audience a glimpse into the backstage preparations and underscored the historical authenticity of the production.