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Reference Sources
The reference books are kept on the first floor of
Pollak Library, North Wing. They consist of dictionaries, encyclopedias,
handbooks, almanacs, directories, and more. A small selection of the
recent Reference books which might be of special interest to the Theater student
are listed below. Reference books are especially useful as a quick look-up, an
explanation of theory, for contact information and are a great source of ideas
for papers
Dictionaries and Encyclopedias
Dictionaries and encyclopedias are
basically the same thing, a subject listing arranged alphabetically.
These sources can serve the use as a quick look-up of a fact, a basic
explanation of the theory and are a great source of ideas for research papers.
Research Guides
This type of book will offer advice and
assistance during the research process. It will lead the student through
issues such as choosing a topic, doing the research and writing the paper in
the correct style.
Handbooks and Almanacs
Handbooks and almanacs will offer specific practical on a specific area of
study.
Vocational Guidance
You will find that the library has a wide
range of sources that can give the user advice on developing a career and
offering assistance during the job search.
Biographical Information
These sources can offer brief information
on individuals, both living and dead.
Monologues
These books offer sources of monologues and audition speeches.
Directories
Directories will list
people and places, combined with the contact information.
Awards
| These books are shelved in Reference | Dictionaries and Encyclopedias |
| PN2035 .O84 2001 | Acting : An International Encyclopedia |
| PN2035 B74 1994 | Brewer's Theater : a Phrase and Fable Dictionary |
| F128.65.T5 B56 2004 | Broadway : Its History, People, And Places : An Encyclopedia |
| PN 2035 C27 1995 | The Cambridge Guide to theatre, Martin Banham, ed. |
| HF 5382.5 U5 C32 | Career Information Center: Communication and the Arts, volume 3, 1996. |
| ML 1711.8 N3 N67 | A Chronology of American Musical Theater, 3 volumes, 2002 |
| HF 5381 E52 2000 | Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance, Holli R. Cosgrove, editor, vol.1-4 |
| PN2091.E4 B66 2003 | Encyclopedia of Stage Lighting by Jody Briggs |
| GT 510 R3313 1988 | Historical Encyclopedia of Costumes by Albert Racinet |
| PN 2035 H297 1998 | The Language of theatre / Martin Harrison |
| PN 2220 B6 | The Oxford Companion to American Theatre by Gerald Bordman 1992, 2004, online |
| website | Performing Arts Encyclopedia Library of Congress website which will search the American Memory Project for primary research materials in theatre, music and dance topics. |
| HF 5382.5 U5 P76 | Professional Careers Sourcebook: Where to find Help in Planning Careers that Require College or Technical Degrees, Christine Maurer and Kathleen M. Savage, editors. 2000 |
| PN 2091 M3 L68 1989 | Theatre Backstage from A to Z, a Dictionary for Theatre Sound, Electronic Control and Equipment. |
| PN 2052 T48 1986 | Theatre Companies of the World, Colby H. Kullman, 2 volumes |
| PN 2091 E4 W4 | Theater Lighting: An Illustrated Glossary |
| PN 1861 W67 1994 | World Encyclopedia of Contemporary Theatre by Don Rubin, volume 1-6 |
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| ML 128 M78 D48 | Broadway Song Companion: An Annotated Guide to Musical Theater Literature by voice type and song style, 1998 |
| PN 1625 M37 1990 | MasterPlots: Drama Series, This four volume set contains a synopsis of the plots of plays |
| PN 1584z S56 1994 | The Performing Arts: A Guide to the Reference Literature by Linda Keir Simons |
| PN 1584z W5, 5th floor South | Performing Arts Research: A Guide to Information Sources by Marion K. Whalon, |
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| Handbooks and Almanacs | |
| PN 2091 S8 C327 | Backstage Handbook: An Illustrated Almanac of Technical Information by Paul Carter ( also referred to as The Techie Bible. |
| PN 3157 I58 1990 | International Guide to Children's Theatre and Educational Theatre : a Historical and Geographical Source book, edited by Lowell Swortzell. |
| PN 2266 H53 1997 | The Theatregoer's Almanac : a Collection of Lists, People, History, and Commentary on the American Theatre / Thomas S. Hischak |
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| Vocational Guidance | |
| PN2055 .D48 | Actors' Resumes: the Definitive Guidebook |
| PN 1580F5 | Career Opportunities in Theater and the Performing Arts by Shelly Field, 1999 |
| HF 5381 E52 | Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance by Holli R. Cosgrove, volumes1-4 |
| PN 2074 G66 | Great Jobs for Theater Majors by Jan Gildberg |
| PN 2053 S68 | Stage Directors Handbook : Opportunities for Directors and Choreographers by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation |
| PN1580 .R47 2004 | Resumes for Performing Arts Careers with Sample Cover Letters by the editors of VGM Career Books |
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| Biographical Information | |
| PN 2597 H5 | Biographical Dictionary of Actors, Actresses, Musicians, Dancers and Other Stage Personnel in London 1660-1800, volumes 1-14. |
| PN 2096 A1 L33 1990 | Biographical Dictionary of Scenographers: 500 B.C. to 1900 A.D. by Robin Thurlow Lacy |
| Online database | Biography and Genealogy Master Index (online database to who's who-type sources) |
| Online database | Biography Index |
| PN 2285 C58 | Contemporary Theatre, Film, and Television, volumes 1-29, 1984 to current date |
| PR 737 C57 1999 | Contemporary Dramatists, 1999, Thomas Riggs, editor |
| PR 736 C58 1994 | Contemporary Women Dramatists, 1994, K.A. Berney, editor |
| PN 1998.2 B368 1995 | Illustrated Who's Who of Hollywood Directors |
| PN 2035 I49 1992 | International Dictionary of Theater, vol.1. Plays, vol. 2 Playwrights, vol 3 Actors, Directors and designers. This set contains biographical information and list of roles or work. |
| Online Source | Literature Resource Center This is an online database which contains full-text biographical information on authors, including playwrights. |
| PN 2091 E4 O94 1991 | Lighting Design on Broadway: Designers and Their Credits: 1915-1990 |
| Online database | Marquis Whos Who Online |
| PN 2096 A1 O94 1991 | Scenic Design on Broadway: Designers and Their Credits, 1915-1990 |
| PN 2012 W5 | Who's Who in the Theatre, we have miscellaneous years from 1930-1981, (continued by Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television) |
| PN 2597 W52 | Who was Who in the Theatre: 1912-1976 volumes 1-4 (Continued by Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television) |
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| Monologues | |
| PN 2080 M372 1996 | Classical Audition speeches for Men by Jean Marlow |
| PN 2080 M2752 1996 | Classical Audition Speeches for Women by Jean Marlow |
| PN 2080G84 1988 | Guide to Monologues: Men: An Index of Over 800 Monologues from Classical and Modern Plays by Robert Emerson |
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| PN 2052 P7 | International Theatre Directory, 1973 |
| PN 2289 R44 | Regional Theatre Directory, 1996-1997 (includes internship information for students) |
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| Awards | |
| PN2270.A93 S54 1997 | The Big Book of Show Business Awards by David Sheward |
| PN2270.A93 F68 2005 | Entertainment Awards: a Music, Cinema, Theatre and Broadcasting Guide, 1928 through 2003 / Don Franks |
| PN 1993.92 O82 2003 | 75 Years of the Oscar: Official History of the Academy Awards |
| PN2270.A93 T6 2001 | The Tony Award : a Complete Listing of Winners and Nominees of the American Theatre Wing's Tony Award with a History of the American Theatre Wing, edited by Isabelle Stevenson and Roy A. Somlyo. 1984, 2001 |
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