Renaissance Theatre

Thriving theatres and performers treated with suspicion survived during the lifetime of Queen Elizabeth I, but later went into decline under pressure.

Nov 1, 2009 - Kathleen Airdrie

Queen Elizabeth fully supported the theatre but the London politicians did not, so traditional venues were utilized by acting companies.

Sep 3, 2009 - Kathleen Airdrie

A monastery built in 1278 by Dominican monks was closed in 1538 by Henry VIII, used as site of two theatres, and permanently closed in 1642 by Puritans.

Aug 18, 2009 - Kathleen Airdrie