This summer we need your help to create a special exhibition to celebrate the extraordinary life of playwright Joe Orton and the 50th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality. For the first time, the exhibition will explore the fascinating aspects of crime in Orton's life and work including the defacement of the library books; his trial and imprisonment and his murder and legacy. The exhibition will display items from the University of Leicester’s Orton Archive including the Morocco diary and new artwork by Joe's nephew, artist David Lock, in response to the work of this uncle.
We need your help to raise £10,000 to make this exhibition happen. Together, we can celebrate the life and work of Joe Orton and continue to ensure that his legacy lives on. Please help us make this exhibition happen and get some great rewards in return. Thank you!
Five great reasons to support our campaign
2017 marks the 50th anniversary of Joe Orton's death. Here are five great reasons why you should support our campaign to create an exhibition to commemorate Joe... Read moreInterview with Joe Orton’s nephew, artist David Lock
Getting to know artist David Lock... Read moreInterview with Dr Emma Parker and Bev Baker
Getting to know our exhibition curators, Dr Emma Parker and Bev Baker... Read moreA big thank you to all of our donors so far
Your support is helping us to create an exhibition that marks 50 years since a major landmark in LGBT rights – the decriminalisation of homosexuality and 50 years since the untimely death of playwright Joe Orton... Read moreExciting update!
Local business pledges £5,000 match funding towards Joe Orton campaign... Read moreLast chance to see Crimes of Passion: The Story of Joe Orton
It’s the final week to see Crimes of Passion: The Story of Joe Orton... Read moreWith thanks to...
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