Fallon screened clips from the show, which he said was canceled because it was "too tense."
The clips depict Fallon and Burnett as husband and wife in strained scenes that involved drinking coffee, asking what time it is and walking their dog, compete with ominous mood music.
Burnett will begin performances in on Broadway Oct. 11. The Tony Award winner's stage credits also include , , and .
Watch Fallon and Burnett below.