Viewing Event Record: Robert Daborne solicits payment from Philip Henslowe

Abstract

Robert Daborne writes to Philip Henslowe, soliciting payment for his work. He observes that Henslowe now has a 'full play;' he asks for £12 per play, 'until they be playd.' He asks for 20s now 'but to serv my ordynary turn' until he finishes a play of which Henslowe may have his choice; he advises Henslowe that he 'can have money for papers,' but that he throws himself upon Henslowe with a purpose to deserv yr love.' Daborne observes that 'mr Pallat is much discontented' with Henslowe's neglect of him. The letter concludes with a threat: if Henslowe denies him, he will engage the play otherwise.

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: 28 March 1613 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: 28 March 1613 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

People

Name Event Role(s) Document Role(s)
Henslowe, Philip playhouse owner
Daborne, Robert playwright

Event Type

  • playwright context
  • request for payment