[1] The original cast starred Nancy Palk (Patsy), Tara Rosling (Young Patsy), Sonja Smits (Francesca), and Liisa Repo-Martell (Marie - Francesca's original name).
Much of the dialogue is centered on their prom night when Marie was abused by more than one boy.
The play deals with a number of complex themes, such as child abuse and rape.
It was published in book form by Playwrights Canada Press on September 1, 2000.
In 2002, it was adapted by Judith Thompson into the film Perfect Pie, directed by Barbara Willis Sweete and starring Wendy Crewson, Barbara Williams, Rachel McAdams, Alison Pill, and Tom McCamus.