[1] The New York Times reported that Fosse quit over a disagreement "over the direction of the show's book.

Produced by Robert Whitehead and Roger L. Stevens, the musical opened on January 16, 1961 at the ANTA Playhouse, where it ran for eight performances.

The New York Times reviewer noted that neither the director nor the choreographer was listed in the program, and went on to write "Whoever mixed the ingredients failed to produce freshness or excitement."

The reviewer did note that the first act ended with "an extended dance number that has speed and spirit.

"[3] During out-of-town tryouts in Philadelphia, Gelbart was quoted as saying "If Hitler's alive, I hope he's out of town with a musical.