A 16th century painting of Thomas Howard, the 4th Duke of Norfolk, has become the most expensive Elizabethan portrait to date ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The clothes are a beautiful reflection, not only of historically accurate Elizabethan dress, but also of ...

Will’s final costume when he plays the ghost in Hamlet was a shroud covered in cracked clay. It could have been a ...

There are a number of locations in Watford and the surrounding area that are said to be haunted. Some are well known, others less so, but do you know the stories behind them? Back in 2020, members of ...

You hear “Globe” and you probably think Elizabethan dress, some puffy collard garms, and a good rendition of some Shakespearean tudor verse. But, the two new shows announced in the Globe’s 2026 indoor ...

Siobhan Keenan received funding from the Society for Theatre Research. How did Shakespeare become the world’s greatest playwright? It’s a question that has long fascinated scholars and fans alike. My ...

The Elizabethan ruff is easily identified - a large, stiff, upright, usually lace collar that, in all honesty, looks uncomfortable and awkward. The Elizabethan collar that dominated fashion during the ...

1 Red Medieval Dress Get a long red medieval styled outfit with big flappy sleeves to wear. 2 Long Black Hooded Rope Top your outfit with a long black hooded rope. 3 Brown Boots Put on a pair of brown ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. London’s Globe Theatre, first built in 1599, served as the ...