Shawn hausman biography

Former Manhattan nightclub (–)

Area was a themed nightclub that operated from to at Hudson Street in Manhattan, New York City.^[1] It was a hot spot for celebrities and luminaries of the New York art scene.

The club was known for its unusual invitations and changing themes.^[2]

Area was founded by brothers Eric Goode and Christopher Goode, Shawn Hausman, Darius Azari, and Zwi Wasserstein.^[3] The life of the club is chronicled in the book Area: () by Eric and Jennifer Goode.^[4]

History

The brick building housing Area was originally built in to house the stables of American Express.^[5]

From its inception, the club became known for its creative invitations.

5, invitations were sent in capsules for the September opening.^[2] They sent champagne-bottle crackers for New Year's Eve, hollowed-out eggs for Natural History, and black handkerchiefs for Halloween.^[2]

The club was opened on Monday