The Australian score originated with the Original Australian Production in 1985, and has barely changed since. Based mostly on the Broadway score, with the Mungojerrie and Rumpleteazer based on the Vienna version, the only significant change was the removal of Mistoffelees' singing parts around 2001, making him a mute character. Used in many countries, including all Australian and Asian (except Japan) productions prior to 2015, Germany prior to 2002, South Africa and world tours. Notable features of the score include: