The 17th Century was FULL of stage actors. Although Queen Elizabeth's reign was from 1558-1603, many actors adoring her period were famous into the 17th century. Then, when the Restoration Period in England began, theater became very popular again. The list below contains English actors. This does not mean there were not other actors in other countries!
Hugh Atwell. Acted from 1595-1601. He was a contemporary of Shakespeare and was quite famous during his day.
Anne Bracegirdle. She acted from 1680-1707.
Richard Burbage. Acted from 1588-1619. He acted in many of Shakespeare's plays and he was also a theatre owner.
Henry Condell. He acted from 1598-1613. He helped Shakespeare publish his first folio.
Charles Hart. He acted from 1660-1682. He was one of the Restoration period's most famous and successful actors.
John Hemmings. Acted from 1603-1611. Was a member of the King's Men. He acted in most of Shakespeare's plays.
Nell Gwynn. Acted from 1665-1671. Very famous actress during her time and mistress of King Charles II.
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