It is based on the 1977 film of the same name by John Cassavetes, which van Hove has also previously adapted as a play in 2005.

[citation needed] On 13 November 2023, it was announced that the musical is scheduled to have its world premiere at the Gielgud Theatre in London's West End with Sheridan Smith as Myrtle.

Van Hove directs with Jan Versweyveld designing set, lighting and video.

[1][2][3] Further casting was announced on 14 December 2023 including Nicola Hughes as Sarah, Benjamin Walker as Maurice, Amy Lennox as Dorothee, Shira Haas as Nancy, Hadley Fraser as Manny and John Marquez as David.

[6] Although Smith's performance was widely praised, the show received mixed to negative reviews.