Musical Theater Research Guide

1. Get Background Info about people, genres, and shows. 

2. Search HOLLIS: try looking for a composer, songwriter, performer, or production. Use the facets on the left to limit your results (e.g. "Archives/Manuscripts," "Image," "Musical Score").

3. Find articles and reviews in newspapers and magazines; try the links in the Find Articles section of this guide.

4. Look for sources like production designs, photos, and manuscripts; see Find Primary Sources for tips to make your visit to a special collection run smoothly.

5. Talk to a librarian! We are delighted to help you, and many special collections hold valuable material that's not in the library catalog. An email or visit is the only way to find these hidden collections. For help:

• Email Kerry Masteller, Research Services, Loeb Music Library (music specialist)
• Email Steve Kuehler, Research Services, Lamont Library (theater specialist)