The Elizabethan Stage, Vol. 2

"The Elizabethan Stage, Vol. 2" by E. K. Chambers is a historical exploration of the lively theater world during the time of Queen Elizabeth, told in the style of an early 20th-century historian. The book is about the different acting groups that existed then and the details of how performances were done. Concentrating on the time between 1558 and 1616, it explains the acting companies of London and gives an introduction that looks at how these groups are organized. It also talks about how young actors started to become important earlier in the time period, particularly in royal performances, as adult acting companies were getting started. Overall, the book sets the scene for a thorough look at the different acting companies, how theaters changed, and who was more popular at different times during Queen Elizabeth's rule, from children to adults.