London

London serves as a symbol of power, privilege, and institutional structures in the play, highlighting the disparity between Tessa’s working-class roots and the elite world she navigates as a successful barrister. The city’s legal corridors represent both opportunity and exclusion, underscoring the barriers Tessa faces as she fights for justice in a system that is biased towards the wealthy and powerful. It’s a place where Tessa’s professional triumphs are overshadowed by the limitations of the legal system, ultimately reinforcing her sense of alienation as she grapples with her assault and the failures of justice.

Court

At the beginning of the play, Tessa is highly confident in the courtroom, using her skills as a defence barrister to dominate and control the proceedings. The courtroom is a space where she feels powerful, where her intelligence and legal expertise allow her to thrive. However, by the end...