The Drama Book Shop

About

A whimsical bookstore cafe for theatre lovers, stacked high with books.

Why go

• Feels like stepping into a quiet backstage corridor of Broadway itself
• A century old sanctuary for theatre lovers
• A hidden gem that has some of the best theatre and performing art books

Must try

• Scripts, songbooks, and anything related to performing arts
• Sheet music and drawings of musicals
• Books on acting, plays, and broadway
• Books on theater history and acting techniques
• Specialty merch

Pro tips

• Grab a coffee at their cafe
• Plenty of spaces to work
• Perfect to pop in while waiting for a broadway show
• Get there early to get a seat
• Located at 266 w 39th st

Good to know

• Landlord doubled the rent overnight, store was gonna close

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Rating

4.8 / 5 (1362 reviews)

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