Icon Theatre
Also known as: Icon Theatre School
Icon Theatre uses the performing arts to transform the lives of disadvantaged communities, families and young people. We run after-school drama clubs, community projects, estate-based projects and classes, teaching sessions and workshops in schools.The company also tours professional theatre productions across the UK.
Activities & Mission
Icon Theatre uses the performing arts to transform the lives of disadvantaged communities, families and young people. We run after-school drama clubs, community projects, estate-based projects and classes, teaching sessions and workshops in schools.The company also tours professional theatre productions across the UK.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £504,828 | £539,448 | £537,929 | £190,052 | £112,171 | 5 / 10 |
| 2024 | £555,955 | £427,919 | £423,409 | £224,671 | £100,000 | 5 / 10 |
| 2023 | £436,683 | £426,635 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2022 | £627,668 | £572,970 | £567,717 | £86,586 | £86,586 | 5 / 6 |
| 2021 | £233,051 | £231,594 | 0 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about Icon Theatre
What does Icon Theatre do?
Icon Theatre uses the performing arts to transform the lives of disadvantaged communities, families and young people. We run after-school drama clubs, community projects, estate-based projects and classes, teaching sessions and workshops in schools.The company also tours professional theatre productions across the UK.
How much income did Icon Theatre report in 2025?
Icon Theatre reported total income of £505k and reported expenditure of £539k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Icon Theatre registered as a charity?
Icon Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 April 2003 as charity number 1097311. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Icon Theatre?
Icon Theatre is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jane Katharine Macpherson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Icon Theatre operate?
Icon Theatre operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Icon Theatre a registered charity?
Yes — Icon Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097311.
Details
Main Gate Road
Chatham
ME4 4TZ
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- 30 July 2026
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