The play premiered as part of
The Old Vic, London's Old Vic: In Camera series broadcasting performances live from The Old Vic's empty auditorium to audiences worldwide during the
COVID-19 pandemic. The play was written for and performed by
Andrew Scott as Patrick and directed by
Matthew Warchus, with Katy Rudd as associate director. The play was due to be performed from 29 July to 1 August 2020, however Scott was forced to undergo minor surgery. The play was postponed to 3 to 5 September 2020. The playtext will be published by
Nick Hern Books on 10 September 2020. == Critical reception ==