The Globe Theatre, one of the most famous theaters of Shakespeare's time, opened on May 30, 1599, and performances were typically held during the afternoon and evening. Other theaters in London, such as the Red Bull and the Curtain, also operated primarily in the warmer months.
Shakespeare's plays would typically run for several days or weeks, and could draw large crowds if popular. It is estimated that the Globe Theatre could hold up to 3,000 people, and some of Shakespeare's most popular plays, such as Hamlet and Macbeth, were known to attract large audiences.