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Shakespeare was a writer. Alleyn was not. Alleyn was, however, a much better actor than Shakespeare in the view of their contemporaries.
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Who was Shakespeare's most popular actor?
The most popular actor in Shakespeare's company was Richard Burbage. Burbage was recognized as the second-most famous actor in London at the time after Ned Alleyn. Shakespeare wrote all his leading roles after 1594 for Burbage to play.
What was the name of the most famous group of players during shakespeares time?
At least early in Shakespeare's career, the most famous playing company was the Lord Admiral's Men, and the most famous actor was Ned Alleyn
Were there any famous actors during shakespeare's time?
Yes. Ned Alleyn was the most famous and the second most famous was Richard Burbage. There were famous comedians like Will Kempe, Richard Tarleton and Robert Armin. Shakespeare himself was well enough known as an actor to be mentioned in a couple of people's diaries.
Was ned and the admirals men an actual theater in Shakespeares time?
Ned Alleyn acted for The Admiral's Men. It was an acting company which played at a number of playhouses over the years.
What 2 famous actors did shakespeare work with?
Two famous actors he worked with were Richard Burbage and Edward Alleyn.
Name two theatre companies from the Elizabethen age?
The Lord Admiral's Men (starring Ned Alleyn) and the Queen's Men (starring Richard Tarleton).
When was Alleyn's School created?
Alleyn's School was created in 1882.
When was Alleyn's College created?
Alleyn's College was created in 1619.
When was James Alleyn born?
James Alleyn was born in 1683.
When did James Alleyn die?
James Alleyn died in 1746.
When was Richard Alleyn born?
Richard Alleyn was born in 1835-06.
What is Edward Alleyn's birthday?
Edward Alleyn was born on September 1, 1566.
