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We would like to invite you to A Collective Archiv We would like to invite you to A Collective Archive Programme highlights: Thursday 12 June - Opening soirée with new works and performances by Biogal, Bold Melon Collective supported by Southwark pride artists Friday 13 June - A dedicated performance night featuring Martin O’Brien and more. Saturday 14 June - A full day of activity: archive collage workshop, panel talks, a live radio show broadcast from the space, followed by The Last Dance - a final celebration with Josh Quinton and Tribe Incorporated. Sunday 15 June - A closing gathering with performances by Chloé Filani, Puer Deorum and Joy Kincaid. Confirmed artists: @biogal @blanca_regina @pierrebouvierpatron @1.chloe.f @clayebowler @elodiegatacre @astermunro @feef_la @georgiasemple @hazelnblair @inesmichelotto @jean_cleverley69 @johnleebird @joshquinton @joy.kinkaid @93Imss @martinobrienart @puer_deorum @roughfabrics @svarsimpson with more to be announced. Poster design Alfie Allen - @alfie_allen_ Supported by @aceagrams
Save the Date 🎉  A Collective Archive 12–1 Save the Date 🎉  A Collective Archive 12–15 June at Ugly Duck, London A Collective Archive is a four-day programme of performance, gathering, conversation, and celebration, marking the final chapter of Ugly Duck as we’ve known it. For over thirteen years, Ugly Duck has existed as an evolving and porous space—a home for experimental practices, shared resistance, and community organising. Programme highlights: Thursday 12 June – Opening soirée with new works and performances by Biogal, Bold Melon Collective supported by Southwark pride artists Friday 13 June – A dedicated performance night featuring Martin O’Brien and more. Saturday 14 June – A full day of activity: archive collage workshop, panel talks, a live radio show broadcast from the space, followed by The Last Dance – a final celebration with Josh Quinton and Tribe Incorporated. Sunday 15 June – A closing gathering with performances by Chloé Filani, Puer Deorum and Joy Kincaid. Confirmed artists: @biogal @blanca_regina @pierrebouvierpatron @1.chloe.f @clayebowler @elodiegatacre @astermunro @feef_la @georgiasemple @hazelnblair @inesmichelotto @jean_cleverley69 @johnleebird @joshquinton @joy.kinkaid @93lmss @martinobrienart @puer_deorum @roughfabrics @svarsimpson— with more to be announced. This project is a celebration of what has been possible and what can be done again. We want to inspire others to carve out space in the cracks of capitalism, to build infrastructures of care, and to continue resisting erasure through art and community. We are immensely proud of the work we’ve accomplished and deeply grateful to the artists, collaborators, funders, and audiences who have made Ugly Duck what it is. While our physical space is transient, the legacy of what we’ve built together will persist—in memories, in friendships, in future projects that are yet to come. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of a space built together— tickets and the full programme available via link in bio! Poster design Alfie Allen - @alfie_allen_ Supported by @aceagrams
Today, we protest for trans futures—for decency, Today, we protest for trans futures—for decency, for respect, for the right to live our lives with dignity. We rise against hypocrisy, bigotry, hatred, ignorance, and the blatant injustice that continues to disregard our existence. Afterwards, join us at HYSTER—everyone is welcome to gather post-protest. 😘 🏳️‍⚧️💪
Whether you’re post Easter egg hunt chilling, pr Whether you’re post Easter egg hunt chilling, pre-@uhaul.dyke.rescue rallying, or heading to another magnificent rave - swing by Ugly Duck between 6:30 PM and 10 PM for ✨ HYSTER ✨ 🗓️ Saturday April 19th 📍 Ugly Duck, London An evening of DIY queer performances and delicious chaos. Expect: hysterical egg hunts, experimental poetry, T4T eroticism, masc-for-masks happenings, queer Russian ballet, electronic sounds, AI romances and deviant bunnies. Performers: @fragile_masculinity @prinxsilver @piankamperformance_ @tyfoid @vilmatitz @heymachomei @deen_o0 @dear_annie_arts Contributors extraordinaires 💕🤌❤️‍🔥🏳️‍⚧️ @wet_mess @jennifer.crouch @roughfabrics @itsreigningrain @blanca_regina @unpredictableseries @nurul.wardani @sammykissin @disturbanceldn @deen_atg Izzie Valentine @maz_murray @sigi.moonlight @oliverwickhamuk Alfie Johnson @nancyvioletjolene @aryarothe + more
Wonderful time in India working with artists, prod Wonderful time in India working with artists, producers and generally amazing humans ! Thanks @eastsoultrain for the invitation. So glad that the adventure has moved from online to London to now India 💕💕💕 Yesterday I went to visit an indépendant art space called @alaculturalcentre run by the amazing @manujoseactor. It’s so Inspiring to be checking out stuff like sharing the same passion and dedication. I was truly mind blown. Thanks @sameera_iyengar for bringing me there 🫡 Pic 1 @aryarothe and @katkkolkes on our walk / photoshoot around Kochi Pic 2 @deen_atg / @deen_o0 with @ninadsamaddar @sameera_iyengar and @manujoseactor Pic 3 converted garage into an art and education space @alaculturalcentre Pic 4 discussing running spaces and sharing ressources while trying to avoid getting devoured by Miskitos Pic 5 @ninadsamaddar and the magic puppetry
A Collective Archive project | 2012–2025 Book - A Collective Archive project | 2012–2025 Book - Archives - Events Ugly Duck has been shaped by all of you—artists, performers, organizers, and communities who have brought this space to life. As we create A Collective Archive, we want to gather moments from the events, exhibitions, and gatherings that have taken place here from 2012 to 2025. If you’ve been part of an event at Ugly Duck, we invite you to contribute—whether it’s photos, flyers, or images that capture your experience. This archive is a celebration of collective memory, weaving together the traces of everything that has unfolded in this space. 📩Send your images to general@uglyduck.org.uk ✨️Let’s remember, document, and celebrate—together.