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Richard Burbage was a noted Elizbaethan actor who was the lead in many of Shakespeare's plays, including that of Hamlet.

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When did Richard Burbage die?

Richard Burbage died in 1619.


Did Richard burbage play Macbeth?

No, Richard Burbage did not play Macbeth. Macbeth is a character in William Shakespeare's play "Macbeth," and the role was likely performed by Burbage's contemporary, William Shakespeare himself. Richard Burbage was a renowned actor in Shakespeare's company, the Lord Chamberlain's Men.


How was Richard Burbage personality like?

he was a deushe


Is Richard burbage James burbages son?

Yes, Richard Burbage was the son of James Burbage. James Burbage was a prominent actor and theater owner in Elizabethan England, known for building the Theatre, one of the first permanent theaters in London. Richard followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a leading actor of his time and a co-owner of the Globe Theatre.


Who was the first actor to play 'Macbeth'?

The first recorded actor to play the character of Macbeth on stage was Richard Burbage, a prominent actor in William Shakespeare's theater company. Burbage performed the role around the year 1606 at the Globe Theatre in London.


Was Richard Burbage related to James Burbage?

yes, richard was james' son and later became one of the best actors in the theatre his father managed, even managing it himself later in life.


What was the name of James Burbage's acting company?

James Burbage did not have the acting company, his sons Richard and Cuthbert did. It was called the Lord Chamberlain's Men.


Did Shakespeare produce his plays?

No. Production was done by the company, and the production end was handled by Cuthbert Burbage, brother of the lead actor Richard Burbage.


What plays did Richard Burbage perform?

hamlet, othello and king lear


What was Richard Burbage relationship with Shakespeare?

Friends and business partners. Shakespeare left a little something for Burbage in his will. He also wrote all of his male leads for him.


What are the names of the 2 brothers who built the globe theatre?

Richard and Cuthbert Burbage.


Who were six prominent people in Shakespeare's time?

Christopher Marlow Ben Jonson Queen Elizabeth Richard Burbage James Burbage Earl of South Hampton