 Sven Pape (qv) created a play based on the film and performed it  in Los Angeles, prior to the premiere of the film. The play is a  prequel to the film focusing on Lennys initial arrival in L.A.. The  entire play, auditions, rehearsals, performance were webcast live on  the internet to demonstrate the process of acting. Thousands of  internet users interacted with the actors, asked questions and took  part in the shaping of the play.