Blast Theory
Analysis
Blast Theory is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Brighton. It was registered in February 1996, 30 years ago. Its declared purposes cover education/training and arts/culture/heritage/science, which this site groups under arts, culture, heritage and science. Legally it is a charitable company (Companies House number 03162239). It says it provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Blast Theory reported income of £367k and spending of £367k, spending 100% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2021 to March 2025, income grew from £355k to £367k (+3.4%), an average of +0.8% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income dropped by 24%. Over the whole period it spent 114% of the income it received.
Among 17,634 England and Wales charities whose main cause is arts, culture, heritage and science and that reported income, Blast Theory sits at the 90th percentile: it is larger than about 90% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 87th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include 198 Contemporary Arts and Learning Ltd (£366k), Derby West Indian Community Association (£368k) and British Glass Foundation (£366k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Blast Theory are known internationally as one of the most adventurous artists' groups using interactive media, creating groundbreaking new forms of performance and interactive art that mixes audiences across the internet, live performance and digital broadcasting. The groupÔÇÖs work explores interactivity and the social and political aspects of technology.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| 198 Contemporary Arts and Learning Ltd | London | £366k |
| Derby West Indian Community Association | Derby | £368k |
| British Glass Foundation | West Midlands | £366k |
| The Fusiliers Museum and Learning Centre Limited | South Molton Devon | £368k |