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Cuthbert Burbage (c. 15 June 1565 – 15 September 1636) was an English theatrical figure son of James Burbage builder of the Theatre in Shoreditch and elder brother of the actor Richard Burbage. From 1589 he was the owner of the ground lease of the Theatre. Best known for his central role in the construction of the Globe Theatre he was for four decades a significant agent in the success and endurance of Shakespeare’s company the King’s Men.
