NHS Royal Free Hospital Hampstead

The setting of NHS Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead is significant because it anchors the play in the final moments of Nye's life, symbolizing both the literal and metaphorical culmination of his work. As he lies dying in the hospital, surrounded by healthcare workers, the hospital becomes a constant reminder of his legacy—the creation of the NHS. It is here, in the institution he fought to establish, that the play's themes of collective care, compassion, and the human cost of political ideals come to the forefront. The hospital setting serves as both a stage for Nye’s memories and a symbol of the lasting impact of his vision for universal healthcare.

Bevan Family Home

The Bevan family home highlights the personal and emotional foundation of Nye’s political motivations. It is here that Nye’s father, David, dies of black lung disease, symbolizing...