Point of View

The play is told primarily from the point of view of the Labour Whips, immersing the audience in their struggle to keep the government afloat against seemingly insurmountable odds. This perspective shapes the audience’s experience, encouraging them to root for the Whips as they battle illness, personal sacrifice, and political maneuvering to secure every possible vote. By centering the Labour Whips, the play aligns itself with their mission, presenting their efforts as heroic and their setbacks as moments of high-stakes drama. Even though the Whips often resort to ruthless tactics—strong-arming MPs, making deals, and sometimes setting morality aside—the audience is encouraged to see these actions as necessary for survival rather than as cynical political maneuvering. While the Labour Whips are the protagonists, the Conservative party is positioned firmly as the opposition, not just politically but narratively. The play does not attempt to...