D'Avenant Quotes

A collection of quotes by D'Avenant.

Sir William D'Avenant (1606-1668) was an English poet, playwright, and theater manager. Born in Oxfordshire, D'Avenant was known for his influential contributions to the restoration of English theater after the Puritan Interregnum. He was a prominent figure in the pre-Restoration period, writing plays that combined poetic language with spectacle and introducing new theatrical innovations. His work included both original plays and adaptations of Shakespearean works. D'Avenant is considered an important transitional figure between the Elizabethan and Restoration eras in English theater.