Theodore Major 1908 - 1999
9 February - 10 May 2008

A unique opportunity to see the largest ever selection of Theodore Major's work, celebrating the centenary of this remarkable artist's birth. Major was one of the 20th Century's most powerful and committed artists whose work expressed both his sympathy with working people and an over-riding spiritual conviction.

The exhibition includes portraits and still life paintings, powerfully symbolic industrial landscapes, images from the haunting skeletal series The Crucifixion of Mankind and late works from the Monster of War series.

The acclaimed biographer June Rose and the artist's daughter Mary Major have co-written a new book on Theodore Major to coincide with the exhibition. Mary Major has also provided a unique insight into his work in the accompanying exhibition text.

Image: Angry Man by Theodore Major

Exhibition Opening Event: Saturday 9 February, from 1pm, free.
An afternoon of talks and family activities launching the Theodore Major 1908 - 1999, Trees and Out of China exhibitions.The Theodore Major 1908 - 1999 exhibitiion will be officially opened by Rabbi Lionel Blue at 1:45pm. Mary Major and June Rose will be signing copies of their new biography of Theodore Major 2-3pm.

Theodore Major Centenary Event, Tuesday 19 February, free.
Gallery Oldham opens at 6:30pm. Mary Major will give a talk about her father's work from 7-8pm.

Lunchtime Talk: Wednesday 9 April, 1pm, free.