the view upstairs

by Max Vernon

Running June 12-27, 2026

Directed by deonte l. warren

When Wes, a young fashion designer from 2017, buys an abandoned building in the French Quarter of New Orleans, he finds himself transported to the UpStairs Lounge, a vibrant seventies gay bar. As this forgotten community comes to life, Wes embarks on an exhilarating journey of self-exploration that spans two generations of queer history. This smash off-Broadway hit features a gritty, glam-rock score and a tight-knit ensemble of unforgettable characters. The View UpStairs asks what has been gained and lost in the fight for equality, and how the past can help guide all of us through an uncertain future.



FAQs

  • We highly recommend purchasing tickets as far in advance as possible. The Barbershop Theater is an intimate space with limited seating, so we cannot guarantee ticket availability at the door.

  • The View UpStairs is appropriate for those aged 16+.

  • Yes! Groups of 6 or more get 20% off! This discount is added automatically at checkout.

  • Seating after the show has started is not permitted. Please plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes early for parking, entry, purchasing concessions, and using the restroom.

    Seats that remain unfilled at the start of the show are subject to be released to those on the waitlist.

    Refunds will not be made for those arriving late.

  • Street Theatre Company tickets often sell out FAST! For those who miss out on tickets, we will have a waitlist at the door available 30 minutes before the start of the show. Unfilled seats will be released at the top of the show for those on the waitlist. Joining the wait list does not guarantee seating.