Bloomsbury Video Library
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| Fact | Bloomsbury Video Library | National Theatre Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | The June 2026 accessibility statement says the site partially complies with WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 at levels A and AA, and notes that mobile and tablet accessibility has not been tested. | Closed captions are available on every production and audio description is available for many titles. |
| Founded | 1986 | 1963 |
| Purpose | A streaming library of academic video collections for students, teachers, and researchers across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. | The National Theatre Collection brings filmed theatre productions into classrooms. |
Bloomsbury Video Library plans
- Institutional perpetual access—
- Institutional annual subscription—
National Theatre Collection plans
- UK state-funded schools and FE collegesFree
- UK state-funded schools and FE collegesFree
- EdTA member accessFree
- Higher education institutionsPriced on request
- UK independent schools and worldwide schoolsPriced on request
- Independent schools and higher-education institutionsPriced on request
Pick Bloomsbury Video Library if…
The library is for students, teachers, and researchers in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Its institutional access and library integrations may also suit academic libraries.
Pick National Theatre Collection if…
It suits teachers and education institutions looking to use filmed theatre productions and accompanying teaching resources. Its resources include material for primary education, Key Stage 3 and further education.