Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre
Also known as: Academy of Circus Arts and Physical Theatre, Circomedia
1. The promotion of vocational training in circus skills and physical theatre; 2. The promotion of education and training in the creative and artistic application of circus skills and physical theatre in artistic performance; and3. The advancement of the arts through production and performance, with a particular focus on contemporary circus and physical theatre.
Activities & Mission
1. The promotion of vocational training in circus skills and physical theatre; 2. The promotion of education and training in the creative and artistic application of circus skills and physical theatre in artistic performance; and3. The advancement of the arts through production and performance, with a particular focus on contemporary circus and physical theatre.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 89% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 95% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,262,729 | £1,366,013 | £1,366,013 | -£88,870 | £0 | 66 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,212,340 | £1,414,547 | £1,414,547 | £14,414 | £14,414 | 66 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,307,125 | £1,347,471 | £1,347,471 | £249,817 | £216,621 | 68 / 6 |
| 2021 | £1,314,932 | £1,222,280 | £1,222,280 | £323,372 | £323,372 | 65 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,251,480 | £1,167,414 | £1,167,414 | £230,720 | £123,663 | 44 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre
What does Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre do?
1. The promotion of vocational training in circus skills and physical theatre; 2. The promotion of education and training in the creative and artistic application of circus skills and physical theatre in artistic performance; and3. The advancement of the arts through production and performance, with a particular focus on contemporary circus and physical theatre.
How much income did Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre report in 2024?
Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre reported total income of £1.26m and reported expenditure of £1.37m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre?
Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre has a program ratio of 108.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 89% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre registered as a charity?
Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 July 1996 as charity number 1056852. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre?
Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre operate?
Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre operates across 2 areas: Bristol City and South Gloucestershire.
Is Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre a registered charity?
Yes — Academy For Contemporary Circus And Physical Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1056852.
Details
Portland Square
BRISTOL
BS2 8SJ
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Also Known As
- Academy of Circus Arts and Physical Theatre
- Circomedia
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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