1. Groundlings: The groundlings were members of the audience who stood in the open area in front of the stage, known as the pit or the yard. It was the cheapest option, and the cost ranged from one penny (the price of a loaf of bread) to two pennies.
2. Galleries: Located around the theater's upper levels, the galleries offered a more elevated and protected view of the stage. The prices in the galleries varied, ranging from two pennies to six pennies.
3. Lords' Rooms: These were private rooms or boxes with cushioned seating, reserved for wealthy patrons. The cost of admission to the Lords' Rooms was significantly higher, typically ranging from one shilling (12 pennies) to two shillings.
It's important to note that these prices are mentioned in historical records, and the value of money at that time was much different from today. One shilling, for example, would have been a substantial amount of money, equivalent to several hours of labor.
For the lower-class audience, who made up the majority of theatergoers, attending a play was considered a luxurious entertainment, and they would often save their earnings to afford a visit.