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Posted: 8/26/19 at 10:36pm

Hey guys,

I was wondering what the protocol is if I wanted to view a recording of a past show (in this case, WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN) on tape at NYPL. The library page seems to be pretty strict with its guidelines, but Ive read that people on here have had different experiences.

Its not necessarily for research purposes, but just to rewatch the show since my memory of it is a bit foggy.

If anyone can provide me some insight into the process, that would be very helpful

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Posted: 8/26/19 at 10:42pm

Just make something up like you’re writing a paper on broadway shows. Honestly that’ll be enough.

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Posted: 8/26/19 at 11:26pm

Yup...you just cant say you want to watch it for entertainment.

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Posted: 8/27/19 at 4:09am

Not sure what others’ experience is but due to the low quality audio and especially screens I find that the shows I have watched here don’t tend to stick in my memory for as long as I’d hope! Still, a very handy resource.

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Posted: 8/27/19 at 7:57am

qolbinau said: "Not sure what others’ experience is but due to the low quality audio and especially screens I find that the shows I have watched here don’t tend to stick in my memory for as long as I’d hope! Still, a very handy resource. "

Well, watching something on tape — even a professionally shot version — is not going to have the same impact as a live performance. That said, I’ve been using the library for almost 20 years and am eternally grateful for the resource it provides.

You have to be an NYPL member to use the library (free to join if you’re not already). Other than that, I’ve never been asked to “prove” my credentials for why I’m watching something. It helps to make an appointment in advance, although they do technically accept walk-ins.

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