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What is the relationship between King James and Shakespeare?

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James proved to be a true enthusiast of the theater. Just a few months after assuming the throne, he officially adopted Shakespeare's company. With the sponsorship of the king, the Lord Chamberlain's Men became known as the King's Men. For his part, Shakespeare welcomed the new king with Macbeth, written around 1606.