The two were respectively portrayed by Kate O'Mara and Frank Barrie in the play's original London production, which ran at the New End Theatre from 28 March 2008 through 27 April 2008.
Reviews for the production were generally positive, with The New York Times commenting that the play is "far from perfect, yet it is hugely likeable."
[3] The second act presents a musical revue, including such songs as "Don't Let's Be Beastly to the Germans", "See What the Boys in the Back Room Will Have", and "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?".
[4] The original London production, which ran at the New End Theatre from 28 March 2008 through 27 April 2008,[4] received "rave reviews".
[2] The Stage also called the dialogue "fascinating" and the casting "impeccable", though the direction by Steward Nicholls "lacked intimacy".