30 Sept 2025 · The Whitworth (Art Gallery) · Ages all-ages
A new exhibition exploring the changing role of trees in art, showcasing more than 50 works from the Whitworth’s collection. Across art history, the tree has often acted as the main character in works of art. Performing Trees considers trees as performers, playing an active role in shaping our interpretation of the art in which they appear. Featuring works from late 16th century to the present day, Performing Trees presents paintings, sculpture, textiles and wallpapers to show how artists and makers have turned to trees to tell human stories.