Iron Crow Theatre
Baltimore, MD
US

DESCRIPTION

The View Upstairs at Iron Crow Theatre (Baltimore, MD)
Book, Music, & Lyrics by Max Vernon
Directed by Sean Elias

Rehearsals begin on April 13, 2026.

Performances begin on May 29, 2026, and end on June 14, 2026, at Baltimore Theatre Project.

Synopsis: The View UpStairs, a bold and heart-filled musical by Max Vernon, is inspired by the true story of the 1973 UpStairs Lounge fire—one of the deadliest attacks on the LGBTQ+ community in U.S. history. When a young fashion designer from 2017 buys an abandoned building in New Orleans, he’s transported back to the vibrant world of a 1970s gay bar and into the lives of a fierce, forgotten queer community. Fueled by a gritty, glam-rock score and featuring a dynamic ensemble of unforgettable characters, this off-Broadway sensation is a time-bending journey through love, identity, and resilience. The View UpStairs offers actors powerful roles to sink their teeth into and invites audiences to celebrate queer joy while reckoning with the legacies of our past and the futures we dare to imagine.

Currently casting for the following role(s)

Patrick (Lead / Tenor)

Adult, non-equity, male-presenting actor of any race though we strongly encourage actors from historically underrepresented communities to submit.

Patrick is a young runaway hustler who projects innocence and fragility, though he is far tougher than he appears. He creates fantastic, imaginative stories as a way to soften—and survive—the harsher realities of his life. Patrick is the love interest of the show’s protagonist, Wes, a modern-day fashion designer who travels back to 1973. He has a rare ability to recognize vulnerability and sweetness in Wes that others might overlook.

ABOUT IRON CROW THEATRE

Iron Crow Theatre is a small, award-winning, professional, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization and Baltimore’s queer theatre. Iron Crow Theatre produces queer theatre for a queer city, celebrating the renegade and the unorthodox in all of us. Iron Crow Theatre welcomes everyone. You do not need to identify as queer to work at Iron Crow Theatre.

OUR VISION
Iron Crow Theatre strives to become Baltimore's next professional Equity theatre, producing theatrical work of the highest artistic quality in hopes of offering artists and administrators alike with competitive pay, access to the Equity Membership Candidate program, and a creative environment founded on professionalism that is both safe and inclusive to all.

REHEARSALS

Rehearsals take place during the week (7:00 PM - 10:30 PM) and on one weekend day (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM) in Baltimore, MD. Exact rehearsal dates and times are specific to production needs and the availability of the cast. In the past, rehearsals have not taken place on Fridays or Sundays.

COMPENSATION

Iron Crow Theatre is a small theatre located in Baltimore City. Our compensation rates are competitive amongst other small professional theatres in Baltimore, but are not yet able to compete with larger professional houses. Compensation for Non-Equity performers ranges from $2,000 to $3,500 per gig. Occasionally, our budget allows for the contracting of an Equity Actor. Compensation for Actors' Equity members is dictated by the requirements of the Actors’ Equity Single Engagement Agreement.

HOUSING & TRANSPORTATION

Local actors preferred. However, housing may be provided. Transportation is not provided.

PERFORMANCES

Performances take place at the historic Baltimore Theatre Project located across from the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.

DURATION

Apr 13, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026

SALARY

$2,500.00 – $3,500.00 per gig

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