Northern Ballet Limited
Also known as: Northern Ballet Theatre Limited, Northern Dance Theatre Limited
Northern Ballet is a classical ballet company which tours for approximately 26 weeks each year to 18 cities within the United Kingdom. Performances are narrative, theatrical and dramatic and are accessible to a diverse range of audiences who would not otherwise see the highest quality of dance. Northern Ballet is also committed to advancing education in the arts through training and workshops.
Activities & Mission
Northern Ballet is a classical ballet company which tours for approximately 26 weeks each year to 18 cities within the United Kingdom. Performances are narrative, theatrical and dramatic and are accessible to a diverse range of audiences who would not otherwise see the highest quality of dance. Northern Ballet is also committed to advancing education in the arts through training and workshops.
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 22% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 29% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £10,662,890 | £8,720,289 | £7,489,658 | £16,348,129 | £5,147,120 | 119 / 27 |
| 2024 | £8,957,952 | £7,921,047 | £6,509,656 | £14,442,052 | £3,032,226 | 127 / 28 |
| 2023 | £8,971,486 | £10,220,193 | £9,078,983 | £13,368,666 | £13,368,666 | 123 / 20 |
| 2022 | £8,575,118 | £8,913,633 | £7,926,472 | £14,637,289 | £14,637,289 | 131 / 30 |
| 2021 | £8,743,911 | £6,504,428 | £5,583,052 | £14,975,862 | £2,534,930 | 125 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Northern Ballet Limited
What does Northern Ballet Limited do?
Northern Ballet is a classical ballet company which tours for approximately 26 weeks each year to 18 cities within the United Kingdom. Performances are narrative, theatrical and dramatic and are accessible to a diverse range of audiences who would not otherwise see the highest quality of dance. Northern Ballet is also committed to advancing education in the arts through training and workshops.
How much income did Northern Ballet Limited report in 2025?
Northern Ballet Limited reported total income of £10.66m and reported expenditure of £8.72m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Northern Ballet Limited?
Northern Ballet Limited has a program ratio of 70.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Northern Ballet Limited registered as a charity?
Northern Ballet Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 September 1969 as charity number 259140. It has been registered for 57 years.
Who runs Northern Ballet Limited?
Northern Ballet Limited is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Guido Roberto Perricone Mr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Northern Ballet Limited operate?
Northern Ballet Limited operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Northern Ballet Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Northern Ballet Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 259140.
Details
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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