Set in Wicklow, Ireland, the work was a starring vehicle for the Irish comedian Eugene O'Rourke (1863–1912) who played the title role.

[2] The New York production, produced by Lee Harrison,[3] was playing (at least) in the week of April 30, 1893, at H. R. Jacobs' Third Avenue Theatre.

[4] The show opened in Chicago on August 19, 1895, with O'Rourke and Bettina Girard in the female supporting role.

[5] In December 1895 the champion boxers John L. Sullivan and Paddy Ryan joined the touring company and presented boxing exhibitions in conjunction with performances of the musical under a single ticket.

[1] In 1896, O'Rourke was still touring in the show, appearing in London, Ontario, Canada.