The production was to open April 26, 1979 at the Mark Hellinger Theatre. Previews were to have started on April 19.
The budget was $1.2M with Warner Communications putting up $450,000. During the Toronto run, an additional $150,000 was raised to cover the costs of moving to New York.
The troubled tryout period saw many changes, including several new sets and costumes being designed.
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