35 Romantic Musical Theatre Duets – By Time Period
These romantic musical theatre duets are organized by time period, making it easier to find a love song that fits the era and style you want to perform. The list includes romantic duets from classic musicals through contemporary shows.
Romantic Golden Age Duets
“Almost Like Being in Love” – Brigadoon
“Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?” – Cinderella
“I’ve Never Been in Love Before” – Guys and Dolls
“People Will Say We’re in Love” – Oklahoma!
“Tonight” – West Side Story
Romantic 1960s Duets
“Do You Love Me?” – Fiddler on the Roof
“It Couldn’t Please Me More” – Cabaret
“Love From a Heart of Gold” How to Succeed in Business
“They Were You” – The Fantasticks
“You’ll Think of Someone” – Promises, Promises
Romantic 1970s Duets
“Barcelona” – Company
“Country House” – Follies
“I Remember It Well” – Gigi
“Love Song” – Pippin
“Too Many Mornings” – Follies
Romantic 1980s Duets
“All I Ask of You” – The Phantom of the Opera
“It Takes Two” – Into the Woods
“Mountain Duet” – Chess
“With You on My Arm” – La Cage aux Folles
“You Shine” – Carrie
Romantic 1990s Duets
“Almost Paradise” – Footloose
“I’ll Cover You” – Rent
“In Whatever Time We Have” – Children of Eden
“Light My Candle” – Rent
“Written in the Stars” – Aida
Romantic 2000s Duets
“As Long As You’re Mine” – Wicked
“If I Told You” – The Wedding Singer
“Live Before We Die” – The Addams Family
“Perfect for You” – Next to Normal
“The Most Amazing Thing” – Little Women
Romantic 2010s Duets
“All I’ve Ever Known” – Hadestown
“Happiness” – Rocky
“Love Is an Open Door” – Frozen
“Time Stops” – Big Fish
“What Could Be Better?” – Bright Star
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Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip and the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List. She is also the creator of The Cast Album List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
