This place is a hidden gem! If you do theatre, circus (lookin' at you, Circus Juventas families),…read moreor anything else that requires stage makeup, this is your spot. They have EVERYTHING, and the staff is friendly & knowledgeable. I found out about Norcostco last year, when we had a pre-performance makeup emergency: The online retailer I'd ordered from took its sweet time to process the order and then chose "molasses in January" shipping, so I was in a blind panic the night before the show. After 2648395 rounds of internet searches & follow-up phone calls looking for one highly specific Ben Nye product, I found Norcostco -- and they're RIGHT HERE! An independent, local business that has All The Things! (I mean, they're not exactly "right here" for us -- I have to drive across the whole #%&! metro to get there -- but it's *so* worth the trip. You can see the products, use the testers, play around, and walk out with what you need. Fantastic!)

I had been wanting to test out the Ben Nye make up line and was happy to learn a few months back…read morethat they carried it. They actually tons of theatrical makeup and costumes. Finding the place can be challenging since it's on a residential block (unexpected) and the store front doesn't face the street. However I did a bit of research on google maps beforehand and checked out the street view, which helped. Upon entering the woman at the register didn't bother to look up, say hello, smile or acknowledge that someone had walked in. Therefore I figured it was the kind of place where you fend for yourself and headed straight to the makeup section. BIG MISTAKE! About 5 minutes later another women appeared out of nowhere and in a frustrated tone wanted to know what we needed and more importantly if we opened any of the items. She then told us we should have rang "the bell" for help. Keep in mind there wasn't a bell in the area or a sign instructing to do so. Anyway after smoothing things over she showed us where the test makeup and brushes were located (several feet from the display.) It was a rather small section with a polly-pocket sized mirror and bad lighting. The employee helped us with the items and answered questions we had in a more polite/cordial tone. However, due to the lighting and mirror issue my friend and I were constantly having to go back to the costume section where there was a full length mirror and better lighting. Ultimately, we left with a few items (would have been more if we could tell how the colors actually looked against our skin). My tips for you are: 1) Use your GPS or checkout a street view of the place if it's your first time visiting and you're unfamiliar with the area. 2) RING THE BELL (located at the front register). 3) Bring your own mirror and lights. Just kidding! But seriously don't rely on the ones in the testing section, just check yourself out in the mirror by the costumes. 4) If you can, do research beforehand to determine which products you're interested in b/c they're are several options. Otherwise, just be sure to allow ample time so you can test out the items and find your match. 5) Skip the pricey department store makeup and try the items here (I can only vouch for Ben Nye) which cost far less, are of good quality and made to withstand heat/lights/etc.

Great experience! They are the best!! Helpful beyond belief. Loved everything they had to offer.read more

So fun to pick a costume to rent. Great variety and the ladies are so helpful!! Affordable as well!read more

Awesome selection. Good value for the price. Easy and smooth transaction. Ample costumes to choose…read morefrom.

Customer service was very helpful I was looking for something specific and she showed me around and…read moregave me tips I wanted some items in pink for a Halloween party. Ended up getting a cute pink skirt

Please don't waste your time here. I was unwelcomed and treated like I was going to steal a…read morecostume. Maybe because I was wearing sweatpants from the gym and tied ponytail, or maybe because I look young. Regardless I was definitely not welcomed when I asked for a fitting room. I was professional about it and told the gal that I've been in customer service long enough to know when staff is being rude. I know Halloween is near and they won't be there very long but wanted to share what kind of business they are. I tried the costume on, it all fit, I shoved it all back in the basket, returned it to her and said "it fits, but I wouldn't support a business that treats a customer like this." She said nothing! Although they have a coupon, I would highly recommend going next door to Party City or around the corner to Halloween Express. YES the other two stores will accept a spirit Halloween coupon as well!

Good variety of costume and production attire Entrance is in…read morethe back of the building. If you think you maybe are going the wrong way you are on the right path.

HOLY COSTUMES, Batman! I live nearby, so I had seen their signs, but never went in this place until…read moretoday. I had no idea what to expect, as it wasn't even listed on Yelp yet, but it has been open since February of 2022. OMG IT'S HUGE. They do costume rentals. The staff is really nice and helpful. I get the feeling this is a labor of love, as the woman who owns it is a theatrical costume designer. She said they bought out the stock from Theatrical Costume Company downtown (which I believe had bought out the stock from the old Teener's Theatricals, if anyone remembers that place) when they went out of business during the pandemic. If you are looking for a costume, check here first. They have an amazing selection and very knowledgeable staff. I will definitely be back often.

Went in at 4:45 p.m. on a Friday, all the employees were whining taking brakes or deciding to…read moreLeave because it was a tough day. I only asked for two quick balloons. They're open until nine and wouldn't fill balloons for the rest of the night. Wouldn't let me use the open helium tanks either. Just slow and lazy. Teenagers have it rough filling 1 balloon a minute. Really it's terrible management. You lost at least $100 in the line I was in alone. Other people left too. I can imagine cutting off balloons four hours before close on a weekend?!?

I have shopped at this Party City a number of times (birthday parties, graduation party, engagement…read moreparty, wedding) and have always had an excellent experience. I've found items that I wanted, bought and picked up balloons with no problem, encountered helpful and friendly employees, and checked out with no issues. I am heading there again today for baby shower items!