Alcone Company
M-Sa 11am-6pm
Originally a pharmacy selling products for showgirls, Alcone has been in business since 1950. Now owned by the Mallardi family, it is the go-to makeup company for TV, film and Broadway actors. Academy Award-winning makeup artists have collaborated with Alcone on notable projects, including the face of the Joker in The Dark Knight. Of course, those who do not work in entertainment also frequent the shop and the manager, Jacob, indicated that their products come in a wide range of prices. When asked about being located on a side street, Jacob told us that the neighborhood is simply “awesome.” “The Theatre District,” he went on, “not only brings in the actors, but also welcomes the tourists.” Even if you aren’t looking to purchase anything, a trip to Alcone is still worth it, if only to see some of the items that spawned the Blue Man Group.