John Mortimer on the dialogue in Orton's plays, The Evening Standard (7 May 1964), quoted in John Lahr, Prick Up Your Ears: The Biography of Joe Orton (1978; 1980), p. 56
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South Ruislip Mandarin.
— John Mortimer on Joe Orton
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About John Mortimer
John Mortimer QC (21 April 1923 – 16 January 2009) was an English barrister and writer, best known for his Rumpole of the Bailey television drama series and books.
About John Mortimer
John Mortimer QC (21 April 1923 – 16 January 2009) was an English barrister and writer, best known for his Rumpole of the Bailey television drama series and books.
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