Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Guide to Shakespeare
Huge resource of information on Shakespeare, his times, and his works from "Encyclopaedia Britannica." Includes a chronology, biography, glossary, some learning activities, and more. Be sure to check out the "Multimedia" section for...
Shakespeare Online
Shakespeare Online: History of Theatres
This site contains an in-depth history of the Elizabethan Theatre. It contains sections that are specifically about the Rose, Swan, and Globe Theatres.
Other
Shakespeare Resource Center: Shakespeare the Man
Bio of Shakespeare which discusses the mystery of his life: the authorship of his works and lack of records for him. Other biographical links contained as well as page on his works.
Other
Novelguide.com: All's Well That Ends Well
This website, where you can get plot summary, character profiles, and theme analysis on the Shakespearean comedy, "All's Well that Ends Well," is a good resource to accompany a reading of the play. Included is a brief biography of...
PBS
Pbs Frontline: The Shakespeare Mystery
This site weighs the ever present debate about who really was Shakespeare, and whether or not he truly wrote all he wrote.