Viewing Event Record: Chancery, Brayne v Burbage: The court appoints Sir Julius Caesar to determine whether the Burbages are in contempt

Abstract

Margaret Brayne sues James and Cuthbert Burbage in Chancery over her share of the Theatre playhouse profits. The Master of the Rolls appoints Mr Doctor Julius Caesar to rule on whether the Burbages may be considered in contempt in light of their recent testimony.

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: 23 March 1591 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: 23 March 1591 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

Name
Theatre

People

Name Event Role(s) Document Role(s)
Caesar, Julius Master in Chancery
Gerard, Gilbert Master of the Rolls
Poole, ––– court recorder
Burbage, Cuthbert defendant
Burbage, James defendant
Brayne, Margaret plaintiff