The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain
Also known as: National Youth Theatre
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION PARTICULARLY THAT OF YOUNG PERSONS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 14 TO 25 YEARS THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF DRAMA, MUSIC AND THE SPOKEN WORD AND THROUGH AN UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION OF THE BRITISH DRAMATIC HERITAGE.FURTHER DETAILS CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE www.nyt.org.uk
Activities & Mission
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION PARTICULARLY THAT OF YOUNG PERSONS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 14 TO 25 YEARS THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF DRAMA, MUSIC AND THE SPOKEN WORD AND THROUGH AN UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION OF THE BRITISH DRAMATIC HERITAGE.FURTHER DETAILS CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE www.nyt.org.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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 96% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Expenditure Categories
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,950,089 | £3,918,242 | £3,539,084 | £7,701,973 | £739,670 | 39 / 35 |
| 2024 | £3,508,799 | £4,068,431 | £3,495,946 | £7,670,126 | £718,845 | 31 / 278 |
| 2023 | £3,503,127 | £3,777,456 | £3,473,138 | £8,229,758 | £1,545,427 | 32 / 45 |
| 2022 | £4,912,213 | £3,642,543 | £3,385,109 | £8,504,087 | £1,466,257 | 37 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,719,281 | £2,104,801 | £1,959,298 | £7,234,417 | £1,113,981 | 22 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain
What does The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain do?
TO ADVANCE EDUCATION PARTICULARLY THAT OF YOUNG PERSONS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 14 TO 25 YEARS THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF DRAMA, MUSIC AND THE SPOKEN WORD AND THROUGH AN UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION OF THE BRITISH DRAMATIC HERITAGE.FURTHER DETAILS CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE WEBSITE www.nyt.org.uk
How much income did The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain report in 2025?
The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain reported total income of £3.95m and reported expenditure of £3.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain?
The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain has a program ratio of 129.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 96% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain registered as a charity?
The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 November 1961 as charity number 306075. It has been registered for 65 years.
Who runs The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain?
The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain is governed by a board of 18 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAWN ELIZABETH AIREY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain operate?
The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain operates across 5 areas, including China, Northern Ireland, Saudi Arabia and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain a registered charity?
Yes — The National Youth Theatre Of Great Britain is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 306075.
Details
443-445 HOLLOWAY ROAD
LONDON
N7 6LW
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- 14 May 2026
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