The Gate Theatre Company Limited
Also known as: Gate, Gate Theatre, The Gate
The charity's objectives are educational and its principal activity continues to be that of the production of theatrical art performances, introducing international drama to the British stage and public, and the upkeep and promotion of the theatre to that end.
Activities & Mission
The charity's objectives are educational and its principal activity continues to be that of the production of theatrical art performances, introducing international drama to the British stage and public, and the upkeep and promotion of the theatre to that end.
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 22% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £224,049 | £432,407 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £499,086 | £509,677 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £449,455 | £707,695 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £901,033 | £572,442 | £510,340 | £622,906 | £190,000 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £607,550 | £576,894 | £498,998 | £294,313 | £282,599 | 8 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Gate Theatre Company Limited
What does The Gate Theatre Company Limited do?
The charity's objectives are educational and its principal activity continues to be that of the production of theatrical art performances, introducing international drama to the British stage and public, and the upkeep and promotion of the theatre to that end.
How much income did The Gate Theatre Company Limited report in 2025?
The Gate Theatre Company Limited reported total income of £224k and reported expenditure of £432k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Gate Theatre Company Limited?
The Gate Theatre Company Limited has a program ratio of 56.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Gate Theatre Company Limited registered as a charity?
The Gate Theatre Company Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 July 1980 as charity number 280278. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Gate Theatre Company Limited?
The Gate Theatre Company Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rahul Prasad Narain Sinha. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Gate Theatre Company Limited operate?
The Gate Theatre Company Limited operates in Camden, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Gate Theatre Company Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Gate Theatre Company Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280278.
Details
Albany Centre & Theatre
Douglas Way
LONDON
SE8 4AG
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Gate
- Gate Theatre
- The Gate
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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