When was Shakespeare considered a success as writer?

Shakespeare was already considered a successful writer during his lifetime. He was well-known as an actor and playwright in London and had the patronage of several noblemen, including Queen Elizabeth I and King James I. His plays were performed at the Globe Theatre, which he co-owned, and were published in quarto editions. Shakespeare's reputation continued to grow after his death, and his works have been translated into more than 100 languages and are still performed worldwide today.