University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Libraries
Collection Policy Manual, rev. ed
2003

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SUBJECT COLLECTIONS

THEATRE AND DANCE


Academic Program
 

The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies and the Master of Fine Arts in Performing Arts are the degrees offered. In this highly selective program, emphasis is on practical training for theatre professionals in acting, dance, technical production, costume production, and stage management. Theatre history is also emphasized.

Collection Level
 

Advanced study.

Collection Profile

        The following LC classification range descriptions represent areas of concentration for theatre and dance:

        GT (Manners and Customs (general)): The following categories are selectively collected: Costume, dress, fashion (general); Clothing of ancient periods; Medieval clothing; Clothing from the Renaissance through 19th century; Clothing of the 20th century; Clothing of North America; Clothing of Latin America; Clothing of Europe; Clothing of Asia; Clothing of Africa; Clothing of Oceania; Clothing of Arctic regions.
        GV (Recreation. Leisure): Theatrical dancing; Ballet. Selectively collected categories: Dancing; Movie and television dancing; Other dancing.
        NK (Decorative Arts. Applied Arts. Decoration and Ornament): The following category is selectively collected: Costume.
        PN (Literature: General and Universal Literary History): Drama (Dramatic representation. Theater; General; Acting; Stage and accessories). Selectively collected category: Performing arts. Show business.

Languages
 

English language materials are emphasized. Classic drama is collected in the original language and in translation.

Related Subject Collections
 
Communication, Comparative Literature, English, Film, and Mass Communication.

Related Library Units
 

Multimedia Library, Music Library.


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