What's On
Performing Trees
The Whitworth Until 4 April 2027Performing Trees explores the changing role of trees in art, showcasing more than 50 works from the Whitworth’s collection.
Beneath the Great Wave: Hokusai, Hiroshige, and ukiyo-e print
The Whitworth Until 16 November 2026Beneath the Great Wave is the Whitworth’s first exhibition dedicated to Japanese prints in over 100 years.
Michaela Yearwood-Dan
The Whitworth Until 18 October 2026The Whitworth presents the first institutional show in the UK by Michaela Yearwood-Dan, a rising star in contemporary painting.
Elemental
Manchester Poetry Library Until 31 October 2026Jean Sprackland’s exhibition at Manchester Poetry Library explores Goyle, Chert, Mire, poetry, landscape, and language in the Blackdown Hills.
Human Natures
Manchester Museum Until 1 November 2026Explore Human Natures at Manchester Museum, a free exhibition on our relationship with nature, climate impact and sustainable change.
To See and Be Seen by Conor Collins
HOME Until 31 October 2026Inspired by the Queer Up North archive, Conor Collins explores queer identity, visibility and belonging through a powerful new body of work.
Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven
The Whitworth Until 3 January 2027A landmark exhibition bringing together the textile traditions and contemporary practices of Korea, India and the UK.
The Labour of Care
The Whitworth Until 31 August 2027An exhibition dedicated to centring the voices and experiences of midwives and maternity healthcare professionals.
Reflections: Sangat and the Self
The Whitworth Until 31 August 2027A participatory exhibition inviting reflection on personal and collective wellbeing through art.
Everyday Art School: Still Care
The Whitworth Until 18 November 2027Still Care is an exhibition developed in partnership with Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust working with bereaved parents.
Othello
HOME Until 10 October 2026Director Anthony Almeida’s new production looks afresh at Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy – as much about love as it is about hate.
The Hallé – Offenbach’s Barkouf
The Bridgewater Hall 4 October 2026What happens when man’s best friend becomes head-of-state? Opera Rara and the Hallé team up once again to present Offenbach’s opera Barkouf, where a dog rules the day.