How did William Shakespeare become an actor?

Visit this site dedicated to William Shakespeare including information about William Shakespeare the Actor.Fast and accurate details ... Why did William Shakespeare seek work as an actor in London? The reputation of actors? ... Shakespeare's choice to become an Actor was surprising to say the least! read more

As G.E. Bentley points out in Shakespeare and the Theatre, Shakespeare had by this time become immersed in his roles as actor and writer. He was"more completely and more continuously involved in theatres and acting companies than any other Elizabethan dramatist. read more

Shakespeare's intentions were first to become an actor. He left Stratford-on-Avon to begin a career on stage. He worked his way up the ladder in the acting profession: first as a gopher, then a prompter, and finally an actor. read more