What are the similarities and differences between Globe Theatre original built in 1599?

The Globe Theatre has been rebuilt three times. The first Globe was built in 1599 by James Burbage, father of the actor Richard Burbage. It was located on the south bank of the River Thames, just outside the City of London. It was damaged in a fire in 1613, and rebuilt the same year. In 1644, the Puritans closed all theatres, and the Globe was demolished in 1645.

The second Globe was built in 1997, on the site of the original theatre. It is a faithful reconstruction of the original theatre, and is used for performances of Shakespeare's plays.

The third Globe was built in 2012, a few meters from the second Globe, on the same site as the original theatre. It is a modern interpretation of the original theatre, and is used for performances of a wider range of plays, including Shakespeare, modern drama and musicals.

Here are the similarities and differences between the Globe Theatre original built in 1599 and the current one:

Similarities:

- Both theatres were built on the south bank of the River Thames.

- Both theatres are made of wood.

- Both theatres have an open-air courtyard.

- Both theatres have a stage that projects into the courtyard.

- Both theatres are lit by natural light.

Differences:

- The original Globe was polygonal, while the current Globe is circular.

- The original Globe had a thatched roof, while the current Globe has a tiled roof.

- The original Globe had a capacity of about 3,000 people, while the current Globe has a capacity of about 1,500 people.

- The original Globe was used exclusively for performances of Shakespeare's plays, while the current Globe is used for performances of a wider range of plays.