While
Orton had hinted at homosexuality in his early diaries,
it was his developing relationship with Halliwell that
brought this to the fore. His 1951 RADA diaries mischievously
hint at the budding relationship.
15
May |
Started
at RADA O bliss! |
19
May |
Someone
in the other class keeps looking at me. |
21
May |
Was
eyed. |
25
May |
Met
Ken at Charing Cross Rd. I don’t quite understand
Ken. |
2
June |
Am beginning to understand Ken. |
8
June |
Met Ken. He has invited me to live with him. |
11
June |
Must leave my digs. |
12
June |
Ken offers again. |
13
June |
I say no. |
14
June |
Ken offers again. |
16
June |
Move into Ken’s flat. |
17
June |
Well! |
18
June |
Well!! |
19
June |
Well!!! |