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Burbage

American  
[bur-bij] / ˈbɜr bɪdʒ /

noun

  1. Richard, 1567?–1619, English actor and associate of Shakespeare.


Burbage British  
/ ˈbɜːbɪdʒ /

noun

  1. James . ?1530–97, English actor and theatre manager, who built (1576) the first theatre in England

  2. his son, Richard . ?1567–1619, English actor, associated with Shakespeare

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Penelope wondered if the pirates’ second-act performances would be at all improved by their lesson with Richard Burbage, but alas, she would not be there to see it.

From Literature

Enthralled by Burbage’s big talk, John Brayne sold his house, let his business slide and coughed up the money needed to begin construction amid the ruins of a medieval priory.

From The Wall Street Journal

Peggy O'Donnell, from Burbage, Leicestershire, who was in two bands with Ms Miller, said the last gig she played with her was on 10 September.

From BBC

Allen said they think Burbage is still in the area, but she would not give any additional details.

From Seattle Times

Burbage — whose role at the hospital has recently expanded to include dog handler responsibilities — visited the Orlando center to find the perfect pooch to join the staff.

From Washington Post