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- International Bibliography of Theatre & Dance (1984+) This link opens in a new windowInternational Bibliography of Theatre & Dance with Full Text is the definitive research tool for the study of theatre and the performing arts. This database was initiated by the American Society for Theatre Research, and since 1984, the Theatre Research Data Center (TRDC) at Brooklyn College has published 14 volumes of the IBTD. These volumes comprise a fully indexed, cross-referenced and annotated databank of over 1.1 million journal articles, books, book chapters and dissertation abstracts on all aspects of theater and performance in 126 countries. International Bibliography of Theater & Dance with Full Text contains more than 560 full-text titles, including more than 195 full-text journals, and more than 360 full-text books & monographs.
- JSTOR This link opens in a new windowFull text of research journals and eBooks from numerous publishers. For most of the journal content, we can access all but the 3 to 5 most recent years of the journal.
- Literature Criticism Online (Gale) This link opens in a new windowContemporary Literary Criticism Online covers more than 3,000 authors currently active or active during the later 20th century.
Almost 95% of critical essays from the print series Contemporary Literary Criticism Online are reproduced in full in this online collection, which combines multiple search and browse options with an engaging format that matches the look and content of the print originals.
Clear and accessible introductory essays are followed by carefully selected critical responses to help users engage with a variety of scholarly views and literary conversations. Anyone seeking a deeper understanding of contemporary literature will find this resource valuable.
- MLA International Bibliography (EBSCOhost) (1926+) This link opens in a new windowProduced by the Modern Language Association (MLA), the MLA International Bibliography is the definitive index for the study of language, literature, linguistics, rhetoric and composition, folklore, and film, covering scholarly publications from the early 20th century to the present. International in scope, it includes citations to journal articles, books, articles in books, series, translations, scholarly editions, websites, and dissertations, with links to full text in JSTOR, Project MUSE, and other resources. The database also includes the MLA Directory of Periodicals and the MLA Thesaurus, a proprietary, searchable collection of thousands of subject terms, and personal names used in indexing the bibliography.
- Project MUSE (Johns Hopkins University) This link opens in a new windowa unique collaboration between libraries and publishers providing 100% full-text, affordable and user-friendly online access to over 300+ high quality humanities and social sciences journals from over 60 scholarly publishers.
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- Academic Search Premier (EBSCOhost) This link opens in a new window
This multi-disciplinary database provides active full text for more than 3,100 journals, including active full text for nearly 2,750 peer-reviewed journals.
- Essay & General Literature Index (H.W. Wilson) (1984+) This link opens in a new windowEssay and General Literature Index, produced by the H.W. Wilson Company, is a unique reference database that cites records contained in collections of essays and miscellaneous works published in the United States, Great Britain, and Canada. More than 320 single and multi-authored volumes are indexed annually with more than 20 selected annuals and serial publications.
See also Essay & General Literature Index Retrospective (1900-1984) - Humanities & Social Sciences Retrospective (H.W. Wilson - EBSCOhost) (1907-1984) This link opens in a new windowHumanities & Social Sciences Index Retrospective™: 1907-1984 offers a broad range of subject coverage in the humanities and social sciences with high-quality indexing of more than 1,300,000 articles in nearly 1,100 periodicals, dating as far back as 1907, as well as citations of over 240,000 book reviews.
- ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global (1637+) This link opens in a new window
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"Each dissertation published since July, 1980 includes a 350-word abstract written by the author. Master's theses published since 1988 include 150-word abstracts. Simple bibliographic citations are available for dissertations dating from 1637. Where available, PQDTGlobal provides 24-page previews of dissertations and theses."
For abstracts from 1938-1980 see the print volumes of Dissertation Abstracts International
Specific Journals about Shakespeare and His Works
- Shakespeare (2005+)"The journal promotes the goal of the British Shakespeare Association to bridge the gap between literary and performance based criticism of Shakespeare, and provides an outlet for Shakespeare research undertaken to the very highest standards from around the world. Without privileging any particular critical approaches, methodologies, or theories, the journal welcomes all contributions that throw light upon Shakespeare, his works, and his world, in his time and through to the present day. In addition to publishing articles of original scholarship, the journal also offers an extensive range of performance reviews covering productions from around the globe, reviews of recent books, and a dedicated section for critical debates and state-of-the-field surveys."
IBTD coverage - indexed 2005+
T&F coverage - full text 2005+ - Shakespeare Bulletin"Covers performance criticism and scholarship, provides commentary on Shakespeare and Renaissance drama through feature articles, theatre and film reviews, and book reviews. Serves as a record of production in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and throughout the world."
Online access, v.2+ (1983+) - Shakespeare NewsletterCall Number: UCF Main Library Periodicals -- PR2885.S48"Provides news, reviews of books and performances, abstracts, and brief critical articles on all aspects of Shakespeare, his works, and his
Online: v.51- (2001+)
Print: v.1- (1951+) - Shakespeare Oxford NewsletterCall Number: PR2947.O9 S53 (online only)"Provides a library of source material, a calendar of events, and information on the Shakespeare Oxford Society"
Online: v.34,#4 (1999+) - Shakespeare QuarterlyCall Number: UCF Main Library Periodicals -- PR2885.S63"the world's foremost journal focusing on all aspects of Shakespeare studies. Topics for essays and notes cover criticism of the plays and poems, theater history, Shakespeare pedagogy, the history of Shakespeare as an institution, and studies in editing, text, canon, and bibliography. "
Online access, v.1+ (1950+); Shakespeare Association Bulletin (1924-1949)
Print holdings in storage - Shakespeare StudiesCall Number: UCF Main Library General Collection -- PR2885.S64"An international volume of essays, studies and reviews dealing with the cultural history of early modern England and the place of Shakespeare's production in it."
Online access, v.8+ (1975+)
Print holdings, v.1-19, 23, 25, 27-51 (1965-2023) - Shakespeare SurveyCall Number: UCF Main Library General Collection -- PR2888.C3"Thematic issues on various aspects of William Shakespeare; interpretation, the comedies, the Roman plays, poems and music, `Macbeth,' characterization; lists of books received."
Print holdings, v.1(1941)-51(1998),53(2000)-68(2015),71-76(2018-2023)