We concluded the research phase for Bobby's composition on Shakespeare's life and the Elizabethan theatre. We examined the physical structure of the outdoor Globe Theatre as well as Blackfriars, the indoor theatre acquired by Shakespeare's acting company . Additionally, we examined costumes and how scene changes were accomplished given the absence of much scenery and props. I described the scene change process in the context of "Romeo and Juliet" which Bobby just read in Language Arts. Later this week, we will view a historically accurate performance of part of the play to reinforce this aspect of the lesson. I also addressed the closing of the theaters in 1642 consequent to the Puritan Revolution which ousted the monarchy for a short period of time. Finally, we began to discuss revisions to Bobby's essay on "Catcher in the Rye". Bobby is completing his composition on Shakespeare and the theatre for homework due Wednesday.