h know Shakespeare for his thirty-eight plays that have shaped
our theatrical culture today(Hodges). It is also documented that Shakespeare was the one who
formed the company called the Chamberlain's Men, which was later known as the King's
Men. Shakespeare was also accounted as one of Richard Burbage's associates when
Ben Jonson was also a well known playwright that wrote for the court of King
James I. His first play was performed by the Chamberlain's Men, with Shakespeare in the
cast at The Globe. Jonson wrote a varied selection of plays, including many comedies and
historical tragedies. Jonson was also well known for his critical side, which probably
caused his impact on English literature. He protested the mix of tragedy and comedy, as
well as protesting the dramatic principals of Aristotle. We now recognize his witty and
comical approach to life in London (Encarta).
Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher were a team of playwrights at The Globe.
Their collaborations resulted in many diverse characters and ingenious plots. They were
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