Cosmo

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Historical Records

Performance Records (Henslowe's "diary")

Two records of performance survive in Henslowe’s accounts for early 1592 (new style):

Fol. 8/ Greg I, 15

Res at the comodey of cosmo the 12 of Jenewary 1593

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Res at cossmo the 23 of Jeneway 1593

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Theatrical Provenance

"Cosmo," also "The Comedy of Cosmo," was performed at the Rose playhouse by Lord Strange's company during the winter season of 1592-3.

Probable Genre(s)

Comedy

Possible Narrative and Dramatic Sources or Analogues

Information welcome.

References to the Play

None known.