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Upcoming Events

We regularly host public events in our spaces and beyond.
Our events are multidisciplinary and are run in partnership with artists and performers.

21 — 22 June 25

Narrating Structures: Video Mapping workshop – 21&22 June 2025

Narrating Structures: Video Mapping workshop – 21&22 june 2025, London Where: Ugly Duck 47/49 Tanner Street SE1 3PL, London Bridge When: Saturday 21th, 11 to 4pm & Sunday 22th June…
200£

CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

Ugly Duck has a programme of classes and workshops in our buildings.
These range from exercise to arts classes and much more.

Monday LUNARRR PLAYGROUNDZ

 RITUAL-WORKSHOP 

Series of ritul-workshops focused on moon magic, cyclicity and shapeshifting 

Tuesday Swing Dancing

The Honey Hoppers are an amateur swing dance (Lindy hop, vernacular jazz and charleston mostly) performance and training group

WEDNESDAY LIFE DRAWING

The untutored sessions are open to people of all levels. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a newbie, this group offers the opportunity to practice and develop your drawing skills.

Thursday Choir Rebelles Voices

 
“London’s only choir for LGBT+ women, trans and non-binary people”. Non auditioning so anyone can come along  !

PAST EVENTS

Ugly Duck is constantly collaborating with new and established artists and curators.
Browse below to see a selection of the events we’ve hosted in the past.
14 — 15 June 25

The Last Dance

The Last Dance  Ugly Duck closing party ! 8.30 pm – 00h Join us for a rare and last occasion to celebrate our work in this wonderful building and to…
8£ – 55£
14 — 15 June 25

A Collective Archive: Saturday Program

A collective Saturday Ugly Duck memory lane A Collage workshop: 2 pm – 5 pm with Bold Melon – (To be donated to Bishopgate institute)  Gushing with Gabby (Montez Prez…
8£ – 55£
14 — 15 June 25

A Collective Archive: Sunday Program

A collective SUNDAY The weekend ( and Ugly Duck ) closes with performances by Chloé Filani, Puer Deorum, and Joy Kincaid. Presented as part of A Collective Archive 12–15 June…
8£ – 55£
13 June 25

Fading Out of Dead Air

Fading Out of Dead Air (Transmissions for the Necropolis)  3 hrs durational performance by Martin O’Brien A scratchy sound of white noise emanating from a small radio fills the dark room.…
8£ – 55£
Ugly Duck’s ground floors HUB and GARAGE are both fully accessible. The access route for wheelchair users is via the car park into the Garage. We have one fully accessible toilet. All toilets are gender neutral. There are benches and chairs accessible in the space to sit down. If you need us to help facilitate your visit to Ugly Duck please contact us at general@uglyduck.org.uk and we will do our best to help you to plan your visit. Ugly Duck is run by queer and queer “friendly” staff. All of us have basic training in inclusivity and accessibility.
MISSION

Ugly Duck is a London based arts organisation that supports under-represented voices and emerging artists. 

Established in August 2012, their programme enables makers, community groups, professionals and the public to come together around unique cultural experiences and curated events.

Registered company: 08172025
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