The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited
Also known as: Contact, Contact Theatre, T/a Contact Theatre Company
Contact is a dynamic arts organisation and charity based in Manchester with young people at its heart. We work locally, nationally, and internationally to provide life changing opportunities for the next generation of creative leaders, artists, and audiences, redefining theatre for the 21st Century and presenting and producing a diverse artistic program in our building and beyond.
Activities & Mission
Contact is a dynamic arts organisation and charity based in Manchester with young people at its heart. We work locally, nationally, and internationally to provide life changing opportunities for the next generation of creative leaders, artists, and audiences, redefining theatre for the 21st Century and presenting and producing a diverse artistic program in our building and beyond.
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 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 41% 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 | £1,609,189 | £1,669,016 | £1,520,120 | £6,694,758 | £93,072 | 23 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,608,480 | £2,124,055 | £1,934,458 | £6,736,954 | £0 | 29 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,663,475 | £2,636,693 | £2,431,788 | £7,253,148 | £26,420 | 34 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,982,766 | £2,487,671 | £2,320,811 | £8,203,277 | £456,751 | 38 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,716,949 | £1,847,113 | £1,702,188 | £8,708,182 | £589,192 | 30 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited
What does The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited do?
Contact is a dynamic arts organisation and charity based in Manchester with young people at its heart. We work locally, nationally, and internationally to provide life changing opportunities for the next generation of creative leaders, artists, and audiences, redefining theatre for the 21st Century and presenting and producing a diverse artistic program in our building and beyond.
How much income did The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited report in 2025?
The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited reported total income of £1.61m and reported expenditure of £1.67m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited?
The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited has a program ratio of 94.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 58% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited registered as a charity?
The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 October 1972 as charity number 501953. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited?
The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited operate?
The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Manchester Young People's Theatre Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 501953.
Details
DEVAS STREET
MANCHESTER
M15 6JA
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Also Known As
- Contact
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- T/a Contact Theatre Company
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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