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History of theatre. The history of theatre charts the development of theatre over the past 2,500 years. While performative elements are present in every society, it is customary to acknowledge a distinction between theatre as an art form and entertainment and theatrical or performative elements in other activities. The history of theatre is primarily concerned with the origin and subsequent development of the theatre as an autonomous activity. Since classical Athens in the 6th century BC, vibrant traditions of thea
The Globe Theatre began as an earlier venue simply known as The Theatre. Founded in 1576 by James Burbage in an area of London known as Shoreditch, it was Englandâs first permanent playhouse. By 1594, William Shakespeare was a member of Lord Chamberlainâs Men, a company that made their home in The Theatre.