The History of
Conwell Hall
Conwell is a coffee shop, eatery, and cocktail hall set within a historic bank. By day, we serve exceptional coffee and fresh fare; by night, the space transforms into a refined cocktail hall with craft drinks, delectable offerings, and live entertainment.
History of J.G. Conwell
J.G. Conwell was one of Life And Trust’s most influential CEOs and chairmen, overseeing Life And Trust during the first few decades of the 1900s.
Conwell was also a noted philanthropist and influential patron of the arts in New York City: serving on the board of directors for a number of New York cultural institutions, as well as funding a number of groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
Originally making his fortune with Conwell’s Cough Syrup before becoming the biggest banker on Wall Street, Conwell claimed he generated his best ideas over a stiff drink… caffeinated or otherwise!
Emursive Productions
Founded in 2010 and led by principals, Jonathan Hochwald and Arthur Karpati, Emursive’s first-ever production was Punchdrunk’s Sleep No More at The McKittrick Hotel, which is produced in association with rebecca gold productions. To this day, it is considered the most monumental immersive installation ever presented in New York.
Emursive’s latest venture was Life And Trust: New York’s grandest and most colossal site-specific work. Additional successful theatrical productions include The Lost Supper, and presenting residencies including The Woman in Black, The Strange Undoing of Prudencia Hart, Scott Silven’s At The Illusionist’s Table and Vox Motus’ Flight. Emursive has also produced countless live concerts, intimate music festivals, showstopping events, and spectacular themed holiday celebrations at Gallow Green, The Club Car, Manderley Bar, and The Overlook Bar. Emursive infuses a desire for the extraordinary into our theatrical productions, event venues, and food and beverage ventures.
