Shakespeare in the Theatre: Sir William Davenant and the Duke's Company

Eubanks Winkler and Schoch reveal how - and why - the first generation to stage Shakespeare after Shakespeare's lifetime changed absolutely everything. Founder of the Duke's Company, Sir William Davenant influenced how Shakespeare was performed in a profound and lasting way. This open acce...

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Main Author: Winkler, Amanda Eubanks (auth)
Other Authors: Schoch, Richard (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: London Bloomsbury Academic 2021
Series:Shakespeare in the Theatre
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