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I want to perform an Orton play, who do I contact?
Any enquiries regarding Joe Orton's plays, novels and other creative works, personal correspondence or diaries, which are copyright of The Orton Estate, should be directed to Casarotto Ramsey & Associates Ltd.
Contact details can be found at http://www.casarotto.co.uk

Where can I research Joe Orton?
The Joe Orton Collection at the University of Leicester holds the full collection of Joe Orton's literary papers, correspondence and memorabilia. This includes manuscripts, personal letters, playbills and photographs.

See the catalogue of the collection here
Viewing is by appointment only.
To find out more, contact the University Library
Tel: 0116 252 2056
E mail : specialcollections@le.ac.uk

Where can I see Joe Orton's work being performed?
Performances will be listed in the News and Events section. Keep checking the site to see up and coming performances or sign up for the quarterly newsletter.

Was Joe Orton born on Leicester's Saffron Lane council estate?
No, he initially lived on Avenue Road Extension, Leicester. His family moved to the Saffron Lane Estate when he was two.