What do we have in our collection?

The library collection includes:

• 25,000 drama & theatre-related books and play scripts
• eBooks and online play scripts
• over 50 journals
• 5,000 video recordings (DVD, Blu-ray, VHS)
• 2,000 CDs

The library holds archival materials related to NIDA performances, including prompt copies, programs and recordings of shows.

Library Catalogue

Library opening times*

The library is open to NIDA staff, students and alumni members at the following times during NIDA Session:

Monday 10am – 7pm                                              
Tuesday 10am – 7:30pm
Wednesday 10am – 7:30pm
Thursday 10am – 7:30pm
Friday 12pm – 6:00pm

*Opening hours are subject to variation and change at short notice. The library is open for shorter hours during November-January 2023.

The library is closed on weekends and all NSW public holidays.

Where are we?

NIDA is located at 215 Anzac Parade Kensington, for transport information see getting to NIDA.

Not a NIDA staff member or student?

Visitor appointments are required for members of the public and are only available during weekdays from:

• 10am–1pm, or
• 3pm–6pm

Visitor appointments are not available for Saturdays.

For more information on how to make an appointment please see Visitors.