The National Health (play)
1969 play written by Peter Nichols / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This article is about the play. For the 1973 film adaptation, see The National Health (film).
The National Health is a 1969 British play by Peter Nichols. Reminiscent of the Carry On film series, this black comedy with tragic overtones focuses on the appalling conditions in an under-funded National Health Service hospital, which are contrasted comically with a Dr. Kildare-style soap opera airing on the ward television.
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The National Health | |
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Written by | Peter Nichols |
Date premiered | 1969 (1969-MM) |
Place premiered | The Old Vic |
Original language | English |
Genre | Black comedy |
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