Shakespearean England
Many of Shakespeares plays were performed at the Globe Theatre in London. A version of that Theatre exists today. Their website contains fact sheets that will introduce you to the Theatre and to Shakespeare.
http://www.shakespearesglobe.com/discovery-space/fact-sheets
The British Library Website has information on Shakespeare, his life and works.
http://www.bl.uk/shakespeare/articles/shakespeares-life
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is the National Broadcaster of England. This website has information on Shakespeare’s life.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/timelines/z8k2p39