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March 2011

must-see exhibition

John Martin: Heaven & Hell


• The Great Day of His Wrath (1851-3), John Martin © Tate, London 2010

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05 Mar - 05 Jun 2011


Part of the Great British Art Debate, John Martin: Heaven & Hell is the first major exhibition of the paintings by 19th century artist John Martin for more than 40 years. His spectacular, apocalyptic works are displayed at the Laing, capturing the drama and impact which they had when they were originally displayed.



Part of the Great British Art Debate, with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund and the MLA's Renaissance programme. The exhibition is supported in Newcastle by the Friends of the Laing Art Gallery, Fenwick Limited, The Sir James Knott Trust and The John Martin Circle.



To see what others are saying about the Great British Art Debate, click here to view the new and exciting Great British Art Debate film.

 

The John Martin Circle is helping to secure several important loans  for the exhibition. Click here to find out how you can become a member of The John Martin Circle.



Free talks:



Click here for a full list of all events, workshops, films and talks taking place at the Laing



Click here to find out about Picture of the Month talks, focusing on one of the works in this exhibition.



To celebrate this exhibition we have produced a range of John Martin Merchandise. Click here to view it online also available to buy in Laing Art Gallery Shop.



 



What else is on around town?



Faith & Cold Reading at Live Theatre. Catch the World Premiere of Shaun Prendergast's gripping, sinister & savagely funny drama starring Stephen Tompkinson. Click here for more details.