Thomas Middleton
Jacobean playwright and poet
Born
Died
1627
399 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
England
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Born in 1580, this individual was a prominent playwright and poet during the Jacobean era. He collaborated with other playwrights and contributed significantly to the English stage. Works included 'The Changeling,' co-written with William Rowley, and 'A Game at Chess,' which gained considerable attention for its political themes. Other notable works included 'Women Beware Women' and 'The Revenger's Tragedy,' showcasing intricate plots and complex characters. This individual also contributed to the writing of several masques, further influencing the theatrical landscape of the time.
Wrote 'The Changeling' and 'Women Beware Women'
Authored 'A Game at Chess'
Contributed to 'The Revenger's Tragedy'
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