Viewing Event Record: Sir John Astley receives a New Year's gratuity from the King's Men

Abstract

Sir John Astley receives New Year's gratuity of £2 from William Heminges on behalf of the King's Men. Astley remarks that he was paid 'upon the daye itts selfe,' while other companies paid tardily.

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: 1 January 1623 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: January 1623 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

Troupes

Name
King's Men (1603-1625)

People

Name Event Role(s) Document Role(s)
Astley, John Master of the Revels
Heminges, William company manager

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