May 6, 2010

How would you define Ortonesque?

This is a nifty poster from 1975 Royal Court Theater revival of What The Butler Saw, recalling Orton's 'crime' of using creative cutouts to alter library books (and decorate his flat). The revival resurrected Orton's reputation, following the rather unsuccessful 1968 production of the play -- and Orton's grisly murder...

To find out more about Mr. Orton and his last, especially brilliant, play, go here.

Of course, the most direct way is to come to the theater!

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