The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art
Also known as: The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, R a D a, Rada
To promote and operate an academy of dramatic art. To advance the art of drama by means of giving instruction in and promoting the study, practice and knowledge of dramatic literature. To promote and supervise such instruction most condusive to the cultivation and dissemination of the art of drama in the United Kingdom and English speaking world.
Activities & Mission
To promote and operate an academy of dramatic art. To advance the art of drama by means of giving instruction in and promoting the study, practice and knowledge of dramatic literature. To promote and supervise such instruction most condusive to the cultivation and dissemination of the art of drama in the United Kingdom and English speaking world.
Grants
The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £17,012,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 75). How is this calculated?
Higher than 9% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Arts charities with income over £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 | £16,724,000 | £17,012,000 | £10,500,000 | £33,380,000 | £1,040,000 | 139 / 0 |
| 2024 | £15,763,000 | £16,796,000 | £10,382,000 | £33,422,000 | £1,200,000 | 184 / 0 |
| 2023 | £15,306,000 | £16,119,000 | £9,647,000 | £33,810,000 | £600,000 | 193 / 0 |
| 2022 | £13,676,000 | £14,727,000 | £9,492,000 | £34,628,000 | £904,000 | 182 / 0 |
| 2021 | £8,962,000 | £13,029,000 | £9,720,000 | £35,227,000 | £2,300,000 | 176 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art
What does The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art do?
To promote and operate an academy of dramatic art. To advance the art of drama by means of giving instruction in and promoting the study, practice and knowledge of dramatic literature. To promote and supervise such instruction most condusive to the cultivation and dissemination of the art of drama in the United Kingdom and English speaking world.
How much income did The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art report in 2025?
The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art reported total income of £16.72m and reported expenditure of £17.01m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art?
The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art has a program ratio of 62.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 75 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art registered as a charity?
The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 1962 as charity number 312819. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art?
The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art is governed by a board of 16 trustees. The chair of trustees is Marcus Ryder. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art operate?
The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art operates in Camden, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312819.
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Trustees
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Also Known As
- The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts
- R a D a
- Rada
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated