 The play initially was performed in Los Angeles. It opened on  Broadway in New York City, New York, USA on 25 December 1940, and  closed on 10 May 1941 after 160 performances. The opening night cast  included Jack Albertson (qv), Nanette Fabray (qv),  Jack Gilford (qv), Peggy Ryan (qv) and Doodles Weaver (qv).