Library Collections

The library collects books and other materials in the subject areas of critical studies, acting, musical theatre, dance, singing, musicianship, improvisation, stage combat, production, and film and television. The collection primarily focuses on materials that will support student coursework or performance knowledge, skill and technique. The ancillary reference collection is enhanced each term to provide additional materials aligned with course syllabi.

For more information about AMDA’s first-class student library, visit their website HERE.

The library maintains its first-class standing by encouraging and coordinating the participation of the AMDA community in identifying and acquiring additional resources. The library staff and faculty continually refine the collection to support curricular needs, current holdings and emerging trends.

Library Policies

Students must have a valid AMDA ID card to access the collections.
Students may use personal laptops.
Food, drink and cell phone use are not permitted.
Disorderly or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

Copyrighted Materials

Federal copyright law prohibits the reproduction, distribution, public display, or public performance of copyrighted materials without permission of the copyright owner, unless fair use or another exemption under copyright law applies. Copyright laws can apply not only to books, screenplays, and scripts, but to music, movies, photographs, and software. You can incur severe penalties for violating copyright laws.

Photocopies may be made for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research as long as the reproduction or distribution is made without any purpose of direct or indirect commercial advantage.

Performing Arts Library

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