The Muny, St. Louis, a non-profit organisation whose mission is to enrich lives by producing exceptional musical theatre, accessible to all, has announced it has been granted the first amateur rights and will produce the USA premiere of Waitress the Musical.

The musical will premiere on 30 July 2024 at the theatre, and run to 5 August. According to Music Theatre International, who are handling licensing rights for the show, it is still currently restricted, but the rights are expected to be released in phases throughout 2024.