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Art of Play Brooklyn: Inside NYC's Most Magical Curiosity Shop (2026 Guide)   Some stores sell you stuff . Art of Play sells you wonder . Located at 69 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn Heights, this isn't just another gift shop . It's a special place with carefully picked puzzles , optical illusions , playing cards , and other interesting items — and there's a secret most people don't realize when they first visit . Behind the shelves , there's a hidden door leading to a small 26- seat theater where some of the world 's top close -up magicians perform for small groups . No big stage , no flashy lights (though there might be a little fog ). It's just magic , done up close and personal in a space that feels like a secret club for magic tricks . Let me take you through everything you need to know about this Brooklyn treasure . What Exactly Is Art of Play? Identical twins Dan and Dave Buck began Art of Play as a pla...