Unlock your creative potential in 2025! From the vibrant streets of London to the comfort of your own space, Roundhouse presents an extraordinary lineup of opportunities for emerging talents. Whether you're a musician, filmmaker, or designer, gain invaluable access to industry experts and expand your professional network.

These transformative events are happening across UK locations and are designed to equip you with essential skills - from building confidence and networking to developing your portfolio and business acumen. Best of all, these opportunities are either free or begin at £5, making them accessible around your schedule!

Ready to take the next step in your creative journey? Here's what's coming up at Roundhouse 2025...

Feb - April 2025

The Roundhouse Poetry Slam 2025 is a UK competition for poets aged 18-25. The final on April 17th offers a £2,000 prize, mentoring, and professional filming. Judges include Travis Alabanza and Jacob Sam-La Rose. The heats are in various locations in the UK, the final being in London

18 January

Artist Network (Music): Building your Foundation: A professional development program for musicians aged 18-25 that offers mentorship, industry expertise, and networking opportunities to help build sustainable music careers.

28 January

Self Made Online- How To Build A Portfolio: A free online portfolio-building workshop with graphic designer Jordan Walker

4 February

Self Made Live: In Conversation With Alizé Demange: This is a talk and networking event with acclaimed London stylist Alizé Demange offering industry insights, career advice, and networking opportunities in the fashion industry⁠.

15 February

Artist Network (Music): Building your Fanbase: The Artist Network (Music) event includes expert-led panels, networking opportunities, and practical guidance on building a sustainable music career through fanbase development, industry insights, and peer support.

25 February

Self Made Online: How To Network With Confidence: The "How to" online workshop featuring an upcoming networking masterclass that covers everything from conversation skills to relationship-building with confidence coach Ebun Ali

12 March

Introduction to Storytelling in Film: A comprehensive Storytelling in Film Workshop led by industry professional Teniola Zara King offers hands-on training in screenwriting fundamentals, from story development to industry-standard formatting, complete with practical exercises and Q&A sessions.

13 March

Understanding the Producer's Role in Film and Video: Led by experienced Film & Broadcast Producer Antonia Luxem, this workshop provides a comprehensive overview of film and video production—from pre-production planning to post-production techniques. The course includes practical guidance on budgeting, permits, crew management, and distribution strategies.

22 March

Artist Network (Music): Building Your Future: Offers expert panels, mentorship, and networking opportunities to help emerging artists build sustainable careers through copyright understanding, fanbase growth, and professional team development.

22 March

Self-Made: How To Turn an Idea Into A Business with Amy Dalton-Hardy: A focused one-day workshop led by arts consultant Amy Dalton-Hardy combines vision boarding with practical business planning to help aspiring creative entrepreneurs turn their ideas into viable businesses.

See all other network sessions:

• Sat 18 Jan: Building your Foundation. Learn all about music copyright and how to monetise it.
• Sat 15 Feb: Building your Fanbase. Learn about different ways in which you can find and grow your fanbase.
• Sat 22 March: Building your Future. Learn all about the ins and outs of building the right team around your music.

How To Apply

How to Enrol: Click each link to apply for any opportunity

• Apply for the Roundhouse Poetry Slam 2025
• Apply for Artist Network event page
• Apply for Self Made Online- How To Build A Portfolio
• Apply for Self Made Live: In Conversation With Alizé Demange
• Apply for Artist Network (Music): Building your Fanbase
• Apply for Self Made Online: How To Network With Confidence
• Apply for Introduction to Storytelling in Film
• Apply for Understanding the Producer's Role in Film and Video
• Apply for Artist Network (Music): Building Your Future
• Apply for Self-Made: How To turn an Idea Into A Business with Amy Dalton-Hardy

I’M NOT SURE I CAN AFFORD TO TAKE PART…

If you need help to pay for things like project fees, transport or childcare, we can help. Find out how you can get support. If you are using a bursary to pay for the project, please ensure you arrange this with the Advice Base with plenty of time before the start of the project.

I HAVE ADDITIONAL NEEDS. WHAT SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE?

We are committed to supporting D/deaf, disabled and neurodiverse young people, those with medical conditions, access requirements or any lived experience that may require adaptation, support or sensitivity. If there is anything you would like to let us (our youth workers, tutors or staff) know that will support your enjoyment and access, you can do so by emailing us at [email protected], and we will contact you to discuss further how to best support your engagement.

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