Viewing Event Record: Philip Henslowe and Edward Alleyn are issued 'two white bears' in patent

Abstract

A patent related to the office of the Master of the Bears stipulates at least 'two white bears' as part of the properties and duties that accompany the Bear Garden. The royal stipend is described as 'what wee are pleased to allowe unto them for their charges and paines.'

Date Event Recorded

Date

From: 20 March 1611 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date

From: 20 March 1611 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

Name

Bear Garden

People