--- title: "The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art — check charity number 312819 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 312819. Education/training charity based in 62-64 Gower Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-royal-academy-of-dramatic-art retrieved: 2026-08-28T01:11:15.025Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is a registered charity (number 312819) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £16,724,000 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art? Registered charity number 312819 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 62-64 Gower Street Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £16,724,000 Website [www.rada.ac.uk](http://www.rada.ac.uk/) ## 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. ## What causes is The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=the-royal-academy-of-dramatic-art&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rada.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art a legitimate charity? Yes. The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 312819) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art's charity number? The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art's charity number is 312819. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 312819? Search 312819 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. 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. Does The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art? The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art's website is http://www.rada.ac.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/312819).