Delaine Le Bas explores identity, folklore, and myth through bold, immersive artworks
Experience a striking mix of media that challenges ideas of belonging, nationhood, and gender. The exhibition presents new and recent works by Delaine Le Bas, including her monumental mural from Glastonbury Festival, alongside selections from the Whitworth collection. Visitors encounter a rich interplay of political, pop-cultural, and mythic references, as well as an installation exploring magic, folklore, and witchcraft.
The show also features works by artists such as Paula Rego and William Blake, with a performance space offering live events and activities that bring Le Bas’s vibrant practice to life.
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Visitor information
Address
The University Of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 6ER
0161 275 7450
Opening times
Tuesday to Sunday - 10am-5pm
Last entry 4.30pm
Exclusions and safety measures
We look forward to welcoming you to the Whitworth, gallery, shop, and café.
Discover our exhibitions and spaces and come see what's new. From, wallpapers, textiles, sculptures, and prints to those hidden gems, we have something for everyone. Relax in the cafe, and enjoy panoramic views of the park and art garden, as the seasons change.
Access
Parkside Entrance: 3 gallery-designated disabled bays are directly beside our park entrance along Denmark road. A short step-free path from our park gates leads you to the parkside entrance.
Oxford Road Entrance: There are an additional 2 disabled bays further along Denmark Road for the surrounding buildings. If using these you can enter through our main gates (across the bicycle lanes) and up shallow gradient ramps leading to our automatic doors, which open inwards.
