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The Globe Theatre. The Globe cutaway notes. 1. Flag Black= tragedy White=comedy Red= history Signified which type of play was being performed 2. The “Heavens” Ceiling over the stage – blue w/ golden stars Protected the actors from too much sun or rain
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The Globe cutaway notes • 1. Flag • Black= tragedy • White=comedy • Red= history • Signified which type of play was being performed • 2. The “Heavens” • Ceiling over the stage – blue w/ golden stars • Protected the actors from too much sun or rain • Also used for storage and additional sound effects
The Globe cutaway notes • 3. Galleries • Tiered covered seating • Wooden benches • Cost more • Cushion for a penny • Thatched roof to keep out the sun and rain • 4. Support Pillars • Wooden pillars supported the roof and were painted to look like marble
The Globe cutaway notes • 5. Trap Door • Actors playing ghosts or witches could rise or descend through this door built into the main stage. • 6. Open Yard • Groundlings stood • Audiences paid one penny • Would often “participate” in play
The Globe cutaway notes • 7. Main Stage • “Apron” stage • 4’ to 5’ high • Audiences could sit on all three sides • 8. Inner Stage • Indoor scenes • Curtain could be opened and closed for scene changes
The Globe cutaway notes • 9. Tiring House • Dressing and storage rooms • Lavish costumes • Large props stored here • 10. “Hell” • Storage area – second trap door • 11. Upper Stage • Bedroom and balcony scenes
