William shakespeare

William Shakespeare

By laurenjade
  • Birth
    Apr 23, 1564

    Birth

    William Shakespeare was born in Stratford upon haven.
    Father: John Shakespeare, Merchant and Bailiff and Justice of the Peace
    Mother: Mary Arden
  • Marriage
    Feb 19, 1582

    Marriage

    William Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway of Shottery, Stratford
  • Birth of 1st child

    Birth of 1st child

    Susanna Shakespeare the first child of William and Anne born six months after their wedding
  • birth of Twins

    birth of Twins

    Twins, Hamnet and Judith were born
    February 2, The baptism of Hamnet and Judith Shakespeare
  • First recognition

    First recognition

    Achieves prosperity and recognition as the leading London Playwright at the 'Theatre' which is owned by Burbage
    March 15: First document mentioning Shakespeare connected with the theatre
  • Production of Julius Caesar

    Production of Julius Caesar

    First production of Julius Caesar at the Globe theatre
  • Death

    Death

    The death of William Shakespeare