Romance/Romance: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Romance/Romance consists of two one-act musicals exploring different aspects of romantic relationships. The first act is set in the 19th century and follows two wealthy individuals who pretend to be poor to experience true love. And the second act shifts to a more contemporary setting where two couples spend the summer at a beach house in the Hamptons. Romance/Romance delves into themes of love, commitment, and the pursuit of happiness.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1987)
Setting: 1800s, 1980s / USA (New York), Vienna
Creative Team
Music: Keith Herrmann
Lyrics/Book: Barry Harman
Based On: Le pain de ménage by Jules Renard
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1988)➝
Licensing
Romance/Romance is available to license through Concord Theatricals.
UK Licensing
USA/Canada Licensing
Resources
Sheet Music: Musicnotes➝
Tags
1980s, Based on a Play, Classical, Dramatic, Infidelity, Jazz, Marriage, Pop, Romantic, Two-Word
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Last Reviewed: March 25, 2026
