Viewing Event Record: William Beeston, George Stuttville, and Michael Mohun are arrested for performing an unlicensed play

Abstract

The Lord Chamberlain issued a warrant for the apprehension and commitment of William Beeston, George Stutville, and Michael Mohun for their part in the performance of an unlicensed play critical of the king at the Cockpit/Phoenix.

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: 3 May 1640 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: 3 May 1640 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

Name
Phoenix/Cockpit

Troupes

Name
Beeston's Boys

People

Name Event Role(s) Document Role(s)
Beeston, William Governor of the Cockpit Players
Stutville, George player
Mohun, Michael player

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