The professional American premiere took place on September 29, 1960, at the New York City Center, where the cast included Norman Treigle, Richard Cassilly and Anne McKnight; Leopold Stokowski conducted Christopher West's production.
The first American presentation of this piece occurred on September 29, 1960, at the New York City Center, which featured a cast that included Norman Treigle, Richard Cassilly and Anne McKnight; Leopold Stokowski oversaw Christopher West's production.