Similar ownership disputes led to a forced bankruptcy sale in 2015, which saw developer Kishore “Mike” Motwani purchase the club for $8.175 million. The trio also formerly owned Oz, a popular gay dance club located on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. ![]() Ownership of 406 and 408 East Wright Street, the property where the club is located, is split between three partners: Johnny Chisholm owns 37.5%, Bobby Stephens (also known as Bobby Warner) owns 37.5%, and Doyle Yeager owns the remaining 25 percent. Co-owner Johnny Chisholm purchased the club in 1998, renaming it Emerald City. In the 90s, the club was called The Office. The East Wright street building has been the epicenter of Pensacola’s gay nightlife for more than two decades. Popular Pensacola nightclub Emerald City announced Monday it would close effective immediately. The same statement was posted to the front doors of the club Monday afternoon. Thanks to all who supported us over the years, Stay tuned to our Facebook page, there is a possibility that we will re-open under new ownership. ![]() We hoped a resolution could be reached but time has run out. Emerald City will be closing its doors effective today due to a partnership dispute.
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