Joe Orton

Joe Orton (January 1, 1933, Leicester, England - August 9, 1967, Islington, London) was a satirical modern playwright. In a short but brilliant career from 1964 until his death he shocked, outraged and amused audiences with his scandalous black comedies. Ortonesque became a recognized term for "outrageously macabre".

Biography and film

A biography entitled Prick Up Your Ears, a title Orton himself had considered using, was published in the 1970s by John Lahr (son of Bert Lahr).

Related Topics:
Prick Up Your Ears - 1970s - John Lahr - Bert Lahr

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The 1987 film Prick Up Your Ears is based on Orton's diaries and Lahr's research. Directed by Stephen Frears, it starred Gary Oldman, Alfred Molina, and Vanessa Redgrave. Alan Bennett wrote the screenplay. The interior used for Joe and Ken's flat was the actual Islington flat where they lived.

Related Topics:
1987 - Prick Up Your Ears - Stephen Frears - Gary Oldman - Alfred Molina - Vanessa Redgrave - Alan Bennett - Islington

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