A Trailblazing Partnership Driving Creative Innovation and Social Change

Client: Roundhouse

The partnership between Taylor Wessing and the Roundhouse drives social impact and empowers young creatives to find their voice. By combining Taylor Wessing's support with the Roundhouse's platform for emerging talent, the partnership creates pathways for young people to develop their creative careers.

Now in its 21st year, the Poetry Slam, in partnership with Taylor Wessing, has expanded from a London-based competition into a nationwide platform with regional heats. The 2025 Final, held in the Roundhouse’s iconic Main Space, achieved record-breaking engagement, including a 21% attendance increase from 2024 and drawing the highest number of entries in the competition’s history. This growth has made the Poetry Slam a recognised springboard for diverse talent, and a key stepping stone for young poets in the UK.

Complementing this creative platform, the Pro Bono Legal Clinic supports members of Roundhouse Works, the Roundhouse’s development programme for creative freelancers and entrepreneurs. The Clinic offers free legal advice on intellectual property, contracts, and business strategy. Following strong participant feedback, the Clinic transitioned to in-person sessions, delivering 75 pro bono hours per clinic with outstanding satisfaction scores. 

Together, these initiatives demonstrate a strategic, responsive partnership fostering creative confidence, equity, and sustainable career pathways for young people.