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Did William Shakespeare invent words and phrases?

yes during hes time on earth he introduced over 2000 new words to the English language


Why is this theatre called restoration theatre?

Restoration Theatre refers to theatre done after the end of the Puritan government in England. Public stage plays had been banned by the Puritan government. With the return to the monarchy( although now severely limited) and specifically the reign of Charles II, the English theatres were once again opened, in 1660. Drama and Comedies flourished, and works written at this time eventually came to be known as Restoration Comedy or Drama, or simply Restoration Theatre. Comedy was the preferred form of theatre, and scholars have suggested it was welcomed especially because of the extreme tensions and sorrows suffered by the English people during the English Civil War and during the restrictive rule of the Puritans. Restoration Comedy therefore reaped the benefit of new found freedoms and enthusiastically dealt with subjects of love and courtship, often pushing the boundaries of acceptable society. Restoration Theatre also ushered in the appearance of actresses, as previously women's roles were played by young boys. Nell Gwyn, the mistress of Charles II, was among the famous women actresses of the period. Restoration Theatre thrived until the end of the 17th Century. With the events of the Glorious Revolution and Ascension to the English throne , of William and Mary, came a more sober period in the arts and specifically within the theatre. By the start of the 18th C. subject matter for the Theatre had for the most part, shifted from the ribald and witty comedies that so marked the Restoration Period, to more social and political themes.


What is restoration comedy?

Restoration comedy is a genre of English theater that emerged during the Restoration period in the late 17th century, following the reopening of theaters after years of Puritan rule. Characterized by its witty dialogue, sexual innuendo, and satirical portrayal of social norms, these plays often focus on themes of love, marriage, and the complexities of human relationships. Prominent playwrights of this era include William Congreve and George Etherege, whose works highlight the hedonistic and libertine attitudes of the time. The genre is notable for its emphasis on character over plot and its exploration of the dynamics between the sexes.


What is the definition of traditional drama?

The definition of traditional drama can vary greatly. Traditional drama is most often referred to as works of literature that were written during the restoration period.


Who are the girl play writers during Shakespeare's time?

Alas, there were no female playwrights in Shakespeare's time unless you count Mary Sidney, Countess of Pembroke, who translated a French version of Antony and Cleopatra by Robert Garnier into English, with no intent that it should be performed. The earliest known female author of an original play in English at any rate is Aphra Behn, who was born about 1640 and whose play The Roverwas written in 1677. This was almost a hundred years after Shakespeare's time, in the Restoration period.

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What new feature was introduced to the English stage during the Restoration?

The use of women to play the female roles in public theatre performances


what happened in English theaters during restoration?

plays contained more offensive content


Which feature of present-day Indian society was introduced by the British during colonial times?

parliamentary system of government


Which feature of present day Indian society was introduced by the british during colonial times?

parliamentary system of government


Where did Parliament go during the English restoration?

During the English Restoration, Parliament was initially dissolved in 1660 but was later reassembled with the Convention Parliament, which played a crucial role in restoring Charles II to the throne. This assembly facilitated the transition from the Commonwealth period back to monarchy, marking the end of the Interregnum. The restoration of Parliament was essential for legitimizing Charles II's reign and reestablishing the governance framework of England.


When was the word sport introduced to the English language?

During the middle ages, around 1150.


Did Feudalism continue during the years of the Meiji Restoration.?

No, feudalism did not continue during the Meiji Restoration.


Did Feudalism continued during the years of the Meiji Restoration.?

No, feudalism did not continue during the Meiji Restoration.


What happened to English theater during Restoration?

Plays contained more offensive content.


Did Feudalism continue during the years of the Meiji Restoration?

No, feudalism did not continue during the Meiji Restoration.


One of the new weapons used by the English was the?

The Spanish Armada was the Spanish Navy during the 1500s. During it the English introduced many items such as the long bow.


What influenced Japanese thinking during the Meiji restoration?

The Enlightenment influenced Japanese thinking during the Meiji Restoration.