Ben White

Dr Ben White is an Associate Professor in Fine Art at the Manchester School of Art, Manchester Metropolitan University. He is a member of the Art and Performance Research Hub, specializing in contemporary art practices that intersect performance, installation, and collaborative interdisciplinary projects. His work often explores themes of cultural heritage, soundscapes, and public engagement through exhibitions and performances.

Key collaborations with Eileen Simpson include installations like Everything I Have Is Yours (2019) and participatory projects such as Play it Again! Use it Together (2018). His research outputs span exhibitions at venues including Castlefield Gallery, MK Gallery, and international locations like Mexico City and Atlanta. He has also contributed to major events like the 17th Biennale of Sydney (2010).

Recent work focuses on collaborative data-mining in music archives (Toward Usership, 2023) and temporal narratives (Premonition 2037, 2016). His practice bridges fine art, performance, and sound, emphasizing community-driven creative processes.