Viewing Event Record: The Duke of Buckingham calls for and attends a performance of 'Henry VIII' at the Globe: Robert Gell

Abstract

In a newsletter to Sir Martin Stuteville, Robert Gell reports that the Duke of Buckingham attended a performance of 'K. Hen. 8' at the Globe playhouse, 'bespoken of purpose by himself,' and remained until the scene of the Duke of Buckingham's execution before leaving.

Date Event Recorded

Date

From: 8 August 1628 (Source of claim: transcription)

Date Event Happened

Date

From: 5 August 1628 (Source of claim: transcription)

Venues

Name

Globe (II)

Troupes

Name

King's Men (1625-1642)

People