William Shakespeare
⭐ MasteredShakespeare (1564–1616) was an English playwright who wrote plays like Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet. Many words and phrases we use today come from him.
His theatre was called the Globe.
All about William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564–1616) was an English playwright and poet who wrote about 39 plays, including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth and A Midsummer Night's Dream. He is often called the greatest writer in the English language.
Shakespeare's plays were performed at the Globe Theatre in London. He invented many words and phrases that we still use, and his stories of love, power, jealousy and humour are still performed around the world today.
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Real-life uses of William Shakespeare
- Enjoying plays, films and adaptations of his stories
- Learning about language and poetry
- Understanding the history of English theatre
Frequently asked questions about William Shakespeare
Where was Shakespeare born?
In Stratford-upon-Avon, England, in 1564.
Which phrases come from Shakespeare?
Examples include "break the ice", "wild goose chase" and "all that glitters is not gold".
What was the Globe Theatre?
An open-air theatre in London where Shakespeare's company performed many of his plays.