Cuthbert Burbage sues Giles Allen in Requests court over the Theatre playhouse property. Thomas Nevill, gentleman, deposes 14 August 1600. The agreement between Burbage and Giles stipulated a new term of twenty-one years, at a rent of £24 per annum (a £10 increase over the old rent). Allen was initially very unwilling the Theatre should be used as a playhouse for any longer, but at last agreed to allow it to continue as such for a few years, after which it was to be converted and remain for Allen's use after the lease concluded. James Burbage acknowledged a debt of £30 in arrears rent, which his son agreed to pay. The agreement was made two years ago at Michaelmas term.
| Name | Event Role(s) | Document Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Domiell, Thomas | court officer | |
| Allen, Giles | defendant | gentleman, lessor |
| Nevill, Thomas | deponent | gentleman |
| Breather, Arthur | examiner | |
| Sammes, John | examiner | |
| Burbage, James | leaseholder | |
| Burbage, Cuthbert | plaintiff | gentleman |