Akram Khan Dance Company
Also known as: Akram Khan Company
To advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including, films and music, with particular, but not exclusive, reference to touring performances and to the work of Akram Khan; andTo advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and the general public in respect of the artistic work
Activities & Mission
To advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including, films and music, with particular, but not exclusive, reference to touring performances and to the work of Akram Khan; andTo advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and the general public in respect of the artistic work
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 41% 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 90% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,744,471 | £2,385,271 | £2,385,271 | £810,333 | £790,814 | 12 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,017,265 | £2,070,389 | £2,070,389 | £451,133 | £433,681 | 13 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,196,793 | £2,568,463 | £2,568,463 | £504,257 | £484,800 | 11 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,664,137 | £1,531,351 | £1,510,351 | £875,927 | £250,000 | 10 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,055,542 | £1,034,689 | £1,006,439 | £743,141 | £543,141 | 11 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Akram Khan Dance Company
What does Akram Khan Dance Company do?
To advance the arts and culture for the benefit of the general public by promoting in the UK and internationally modern dance and other art forms including, films and music, with particular, but not exclusive, reference to touring performances and to the work of Akram Khan; andTo advance the education of young people, dance practitioners and the general public in respect of the artistic work
How much income did Akram Khan Dance Company report in 2025?
Akram Khan Dance Company reported total income of £2.74m and reported expenditure of £2.39m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Akram Khan Dance Company?
Akram Khan Dance Company has a program ratio of 86.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 41% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Akram Khan Dance Company registered as a charity?
Akram Khan Dance Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 October 2016 as charity number 1169593. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Akram Khan Dance Company?
Akram Khan Dance Company is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dipali Sahni. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Akram Khan Dance Company operate?
Akram Khan Dance Company operates across 21 areas, including Austria, Belgium, Canada and 18 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Akram Khan Dance Company a registered charity?
Yes — Akram Khan Dance Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169593.
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- 14 May 2026
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