The View UpStairs: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
The View UpStairs follows the story of Wes, a contemporary fashion designer who purchases an old building in New Orleans and finds himself transported back in time to the vibrant gay scene of the 1970s. As he becomes entangled in the lives of the people who once frequented the building’s second-floor bar, he discovers the joys and challenges of their era. The View UpStairs provides a closer look at the struggles and progress made in the fight for equality.
Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Contemporary (2017)
Genre: Drama / Historical
Setting: 1970s, 2010s / USA (Louisiana)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics/Book: Max Vernon
Cast Albums
Licensing
The View UpStairs is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Tags
2010s, Dark, Disco, Dramatic, History, LGBTQ+, One-Act, Pop/Rock, Solo Composer, True Story
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Last Reviewed: April 10, 2026