Archive of almost every play submitted for license in Britain between 1737 and 1824. Includes hundreds of documents such as diaries and correspondences that provide social context for the plays at that time.

Full text of English plays, including any accompanying text written by the author. Contains works from the Renaissance to the end of the 19th century.

Full text of English poetry intended for stage. The database also includes masques and short dramatic pieces written primarily in verse, selected translations, works written for children and numerous adaptations.

Comprehensive record of the performance history of the Royal Shakespeare Company and its predecessor, the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre. Browse almost 1,400 prompt books to uncover how productions took shape, and explore creative processes, with additional documentation including production records, costume designs, music files and photographs.

Theatre prompt books describing key performances in Great Britain and the United States, between the 17th and 20th centuries. It also contains case studies built around 17 selected performances with supplementary materials.

Primary source documents offering insights into over 200 performances at the reconstructed Globe Theatre. It includes prompt books, wardrobe notes, programs, publicity materials, and reports.