 "Smokey Joe's Cafe" was conceived by Stephen Helper, Jack Viertel, and Otis Sallid.Presented in a revue format with no unifying theme, it showcases 39 songs, sung by members of the cast in various combinations, with no dialogue.The musical had its world premiere at the Doolittle Theatre in Los Angeles, where it ran from November 1994 to January 22, 1995.