Dance Umbrella Limited
The principal activity of the charity is the promotion of contemporary dance and the celebration of 21st century choreography. It exists for the benefit of the general public, to take dance out across the capital and to bring audiences in. It does this primarily through the annual Dance Umbrella festival by commissioning, producing and presenting dance works.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the charity is the promotion of contemporary dance and the celebration of 21st century choreography. It exists for the benefit of the general public, to take dance out across the capital and to bring audiences in. It does this primarily through the annual Dance Umbrella festival by commissioning, producing and presenting dance works.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 83% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 34% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £621,160 | £701,947 | £658,288 | £235,624 | £235,624 | 6 / 10 |
| 2024 | £657,924 | £685,469 | £667,044 | £316,411 | £209,811 | 6 / 12 |
| 2023 | £782,173 | £647,894 | £628,096 | £343,956 | £100,156 | 6 / 4 |
| 2022 | £565,070 | £572,655 | £551,493 | £209,677 | £149,461 | 7 / 14 |
| 2021 | £494,328 | £421,789 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dance Umbrella Limited
What does Dance Umbrella Limited do?
The principal activity of the charity is the promotion of contemporary dance and the celebration of 21st century choreography. It exists for the benefit of the general public, to take dance out across the capital and to bring audiences in. It does this primarily through the annual Dance Umbrella festival by commissioning, producing and presenting dance works.
How much income did Dance Umbrella Limited report in 2025?
Dance Umbrella Limited reported total income of £621k and reported expenditure of £702k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Dance Umbrella Limited?
Dance Umbrella Limited has a program ratio of 106.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Dance Umbrella Limited registered as a charity?
Dance Umbrella Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 1979 as charity number 277221. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Dance Umbrella Limited?
Dance Umbrella Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jacob Shields Ulrich. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dance Umbrella Limited operate?
Dance Umbrella Limited operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dance Umbrella Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Dance Umbrella Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 277221.
Details
Somerset House
Strand
LONDON
WC2R 1LA
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