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We give emerging artists their moment on stage.

The Underdogs Stage CIC started with a simple belief: every young person and emerging artist deserves a platform, support, and real opportunities to grow.

Our journey

From a stage for undiscovered talent to a creative social enterprise

The Underdogs Stage CIC is a creative community organisation dedicated to supporting emerging artists and young people through creativity, opportunity and expression. Originally founded as a platform for upcoming and undiscovered artists to perform and showcase their talent, The Underdogs Stage has grown into a wider creative and community-focused organisation delivering events, workshops and development programmes across London. Through live showcases, creative collaboration and youth-focused initiatives such as Next Gen, we create safe, inspiring spaces where individuals can build confidence, express themselves and access new opportunities. Our work sits at the intersection of creativity, community and personal development — using music, discussion and creative engagement to support both artistic growth and emotional wellbeing. We partner with artists, schools, alternative provision settings, youth organisations and community groups to deliver experiences that are impactful, inclusive and culturally relevant. Whether on stage, in a workshop or within a community space, our mission is simple: empower people through creativity, and provide platforms where voices can be heard and potential can be developed.

Our values

Belief in talent, commitment to growth

We create spaces where emerging artists and young people discover their voice, build confidence, and access real opportunities.

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We provide judgment-free environments where artists and young people can take risks, experiment, and build the confidence to share their work.

Our team

Meet the people behind the stage

Dedicated professionals committed to creating safe spaces where emerging artists and young people can express themselves and thrive.

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Director 

Caleb Lall-King 

Oversees the operations and creative direction of The Underdogs Stage CIC.

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Director

Kemi Phillips Petrie 

Oversees daily operations and coordinates creative programmes across London.

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Founder, Director, Safeguarding Lead 

Precious Scott-Phillips 

Oversees the running of The Underdogs Stage CIC and all safeguarding concerns

Questions

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Find out more about what we do and how we support emerging artists and young people.