Five Course Love was conceived and written by Gregg Coffin, who crafted the entire work—book, music, and lyrics—resulting in a compact, flavorful musical experience. The format is a masterclass in character work: three performers portray fifteen distinct characters across five unique restaurant settings, with a musical palette that spans country, Italian, German cabaret, Mexican, and 1950s doo-wop. This blend of genres mirrors the diverse moods and stories told through the food-centric vignettes.
The show opened Off-Broadway on October 16, 2005, at the Minetta Lane Theatre and closed on December 31, 2005, after 70 regular performances. The original cast recording, released in 2009, is distributed by Razor & Tie via Ghostlight/Sh-K-Boom Records and captures the show’s playful, romantic spirit.
Licensing for Five Course Love is available through Concord Theatricals, enabling regional theatres and educational programs to stage this engaging, bite-sized musical. Regional productions have appeared at Geva Theatre Center (premiere in 2004, remount in 2010), Williamston Theatre (2009–2010), Korea (2016–2017), Marietta Theatre Company (2020), and more, reflecting the show’s broad appeal and adaptable scale.
As of 2025, there is no widely publicized national tour announced. Nevertheless, licensing remains active for regional productions, offering theatres a chance to showcase this unique, character-driven musical that fuses storytelling with catchy, genre-spanning songs. If you’re a venue or producer looking to book Five Course Love, we’ve got you covered with practical steps and trusted connections.