Shakespearean Actors
	The life of an actor changed dramatically during Shakespeare's lifetime. In his early years, actors toured in companies travelling the world. By the time Shakespeare died, London had several theatres where actors performed. Despite the popularity of play-going, the acting profession had a bad reputation, particularly by the church, as they were considered immoral or unruly and a threat to peaceful society. The profession was only open to boys and men. Boys would usually play the female parts and occasionally, men would play older women. Women were acting elsewhere in Europe but were not allowed to perform in public theatres in England until 1660.  Many actors began their careers as young boys and would be apprentices to the senior actors of a company. Actors were expected to be able to sword fight, sing, dance and also have a good memory for learning lines. The following are some of the best Elizabethan actors:
	Richard Burbage	Edward Alleyn	Robert Armin	William Kemp	Nathan Field
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