Some primary source materials can be found in our online and print collection using these sample primary source subject headings and keyword searches:
Diaries
Correspondence
Newspapers
Memoirs
Letters
Oral Histories
Case Studies
Personal Narratives
Speeches
Manuscripts
Interviews
For earlier materials (prior to 1800) you may have to think of different terms since language changes and evolves.
Observations
Examinations
Remarks
Essays
For Primary sources related to theatre, prior to 1800 available electronically, JSTOR is the best place to look. Make sure to narrow results by date range.