* Often regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.
* Born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, in 1564.
* Wrote at least 37 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and several other verses.
* His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.
* Some of his most famous works include:
- "Romeo and Juliet"
- "Hamlet"
- "Macbeth"
- "King Lear"
- "Othello"