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The following Library of Congress classifications may be useful when browsing the shelves at the Library. Materials for Theatre & Communication Arts are located on the top floor of the library.
Library of Congress Call Number Areas:
PN1530 the monologue | PN2061-2071 Art of acting |
PN1551 the dialogue | PN2085-2091 the stage and accessories |
PN1560-1560 the Performing arts. Show business | PN2131-2193 By period |
PN1600-3307 Drama | PN2131-2145 Ancient |
PN1635-1650 Relataion to, and treatment of, special subjects | PN2152-2160 Medieval |
PN1660-1693 Technique of dramatic coposition | PN2171-2179 Renaissance |
PN1720-1861 History | PN2181-2193 Modern |
PN1997-1997.85 Plays, scenarios, etc. | PN3151-3171 Amateur theater |
PN2000-3307 Dramatic representation | PN3175-3191 College and School theatricals |
Some (not ALL) Library of Congress Subject Headings related to the field of Theatre (click to see list of print or e-books available in our catalog):
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