FAQs

What is ugly hollywood?

Ugly Hollywood is a community of artists organizing through mutual aid to share resources, increase accessibility to the arts, and tackle social and environmental justice issues. With a focus on art and how it can bring people together, our members have the opportunity to participate in collaborative creative projects and access each other’s equipment, knowledge, and other resources. In addition to being an artist collective, we strive to be active members of our local communities, organizing and participating in grassroots efforts to create a more equitable and just society.

what do we do?

hold weekly meetings where we create together and discuss project updates
attend and participate in local events in our communities
host and attend artist workshops
perform in music and open mic events
sell art at tabling events
participate in meaningful discussion & action regarding barriers in our society

where do we operate?

While most of our steering committee members are currently located in Raleigh, we welcome members from all over the world. Members can attend our meetings and many of our events virtually, and can still receive and give support from afar. We are invested in acting locally, but this is not limited to participating in communities geographically near to us. When we say acting locally, we mean becoming involved in grassroots efforts, interacting with and supporting everyday people, and focusing on the power of individuals rather than institutions all over the world. We understand that it is intention, not distance, that defines this level of action. Our efforts gain momentum from a strong network of local artists that stretches across the globe.

our mission

Our mission is to build a network of mutual aid and solidarity grounded in the arts that empowers our communities to meet their needs without relying on the state or capitalistic structures.

Through collaborative projects, community events, and educational outreach, Ugly Hollywood strives to create a more inclusive and equitable world. We believe that everyone should have access to the arts, and we work to ensure that our events and initiatives are accessible to all.

Ugly Hollywood is dedicated to building a strong, supportive community of artists who share our vision for a better world. We believe that art has the power to inspire change and bring people together and we are committed to using our collective voice to make a difference.

our values

Solidarity - We help others where and how we can, and put the needs of others before our own. We stand by members of our community that are in need, and use our resources to support each other. We always have each other’s backs. No man left behind!

Respect - We respect the worth and dignity of every human being. We listen, and are always open minded to new conversations, ideas, and people.
Flexibility - We strive to adapt with our environment and in response to the needs of our community. We are always open to feedback!

past events

Georgia Mushroom Fest

MISFITS OF UGLY HOLLYWOOD WILL BE ROCKING GEORGIA’S 6TH ANNUAL MUSHROOM FEST.
Stop Cop city - triangle fest

join your fellow community to stand up against cop city + systematic oppression.
misfits of ugly Hollywood play at 6:30
community march to follow directly afterwards
BERKELEY CIRCUS

UGH PRESENTS THE FIRST EVER BERKLEY CIRCUS
—LISTEN TO LOCAL BANDS
—BUY LOCAL ART
—EAT GOOD FOOD + DRINK GOOD BEER
***FREE EVENT***
Miguel's Pizza Party

CAMP, ROCK CLIMB, JAM, AND EAT PIZZA WITH THE MISFITS.
***Free Event***
Camp Transylvania 2023

d.i.y punk music festival
join the misfits and Ugly Hollywood at their not-so-secret set and vendor table at Camp Transylvania 2023
oct. 27th - 29th