Research Guides: Musical Theatre: Finding Books

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Search for books, journals, videos, etc. in our local libraries and special collections.

Check the status of an item. Generally, Available means that the copy is in the library and can be checked out (excluding Reference materials).
Note the call number, not the ISBN number. The call number (ex. HT261.4.T5 1998) is what you use to locate the book.
Consult the directory in the elevator to figure out which floor your item is on.

Ebook Central This link opens in a new window
Ebook Central is NYU's preferred ebook provider. Users can search, read, highlight, and annotate full-text books in many subject areas, including the social sciences and humanities.
WorldCat - FirstSearch (OCLC) This link opens in a new window
Search for books and more in libraries in the U.S. and around the world. Indicates when NYU Libraries holds a copy of a book and shows you nearby libraries with holdings.

EZ-Borrow
expedited service for books. delivery in 3-5 days
Interlibrary Loan
Interlibrary Loan is a service through which library users can obtain materials (books, articles, and more) from other libraries. IN A RUSH, request just the chapter you need instead of the entire book. There is a one-chapter limit. Service can take longer than EZ Borrow