Globe Theatre - Gentlemans Box

These rooms were set aside for the "Upper Class" patrons of the theatre. The more central seats had the sun coming in and if you had a sun tan you were considered a peasant. The theatre was built in the "red light" district, and the priests from the Southwark Cathedral used to take their cut from the poor girls. The "ladies" used to hang out at the theatre to get their next customer.

Day 3

February 4th 2008
Gday All Well today was another full day of touristing The morning was crisp and clear but the wind was a lazy wind.....it wouldnt go around you it went straight through. We decided to take a Big Bus Tour of London which is a double decker bus with the roof cut off, really good value for money if you know the tickets are valid for 2 days but we really enjoyed it, friendly staff and very hel ... read more

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