Arts Charities That specialise in Theatre
Discover 1,253 Arts charities that specialise in theatre. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Nonentities Society
ArtsThe provision of live theatre for the people and district of Wyre Forest
Archway Theatre Company Limited
ArtsThe production and performance of plays and to encourage adults and juniors to become involved in all aspects of theatre, for the benefit of the local community and beyond.
Weston-Super-Mare Operatic Society
Arts, LeisureTheatre arts - the furtherence of performing arts in the locality and the education and entertainment of the general public
Sudden Productions
Arts, Beneficiary groupCommunity work, stage plays, short films and other educational projects with young people.
Supplementary School
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, Social welfareThe charity provides childcare, education and training for young children aged 4-16. It caters for disabled children. It helps to alleviate poverty in deprived areas in Southwark and Greater London in general. It provides activities such as homework support, cooking, drama, water games, arts and sports.
Highbury Theatre Centre Limited
ArtsThe charity operates as a theatre company situated in North Birmingham. It promotes, maintains, improves, and advances education through the performance arts.
The Redruth Amateur Operatic Society Trust
ArtsThe society's object is to provide the means by which people may learn to perform music, act and dance and to entertain. The society supports other charities by performing concerts in and around the Redruth area but has also travelled to Scotland and Lancashire to support local charities there. It provides access for the public of all ages to learn and enjoy the dramatic arts.
Dartford Amateur Operatic And Dramatic Society
ArtsThe charity promotes the arts in the community
Summerseat Players Limited
ArtsPromotion of plays / theatrical productions in a live theatre. Provision of services for community groups and other organisations to hold events within the theatre building.
Grove Park Theatre
ArtsAmateur Theatre which promotes the Arts to the local community.
Musical Theatre Salisbury
ArtsStaging amateur productions of musicals with the object of educating the public in the operatic and dramatic arts and furthering the public appreciation and tastes in the said arts.
The Mathieson Music Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Social welfareThe objectives of the charity are to provide education in Western and Indian classical music, dance, drama and fine arts in India, Britain and other parts of the world. The Trust raises funds to assist its sister trust, The Mathieson Music School in Kolkata, India. It provides teaching for children who are selected either because they are orphans or from the poorest of the poor.
Grand Order Of Water Rats Charities Fund
Arts, Beneficiary groupThe GOWR Charities Fund was founded to help members of the theatrical profession, or their dependents, who due to old age or ill health are in need. Other charitable organisations and individuals can also be helped if there are sufficient funds available.
All Nations For Christ Christian Fellowship
Arts, Economic and community developmentFor the advancement of the Christian Religion. Meeting the needs of local and third world Communities. Providing Community projects for both young and old. Educating young peple in performing arts, drama and music.
Dbc Club For Young People
Arts, Beneficiary group, Leisurecamping-- fishing -- outdoor sports-- indoor sports --drama -- spiritual ,moral and physical development
City Of Plymouth Theatre Company
ArtsThe preservation of the Devonport Playhouse and the production of musical shows
Attic Theatre Company (london)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Social welfareAttic produces world class accessible theatre and develops audiences locally, regardless of social, physical or economic barriers. We aim to be at the forefront of exemplary new theatre practice. We also runs a year round community outreach and participation programme for the elderly and vulnerable and run drama workshops for disadvantaged young people, particularly refugees and asylum seekers.
Oldbury Repertory Players LTD
ArtsAmateur theatre group.
Henry Wood Accommodation Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, Education, HousingTo advance the education of students attending colleges or courses in London for the purpose of receiving instruction in music, particularly those attending the Royal Academy of Music, Royal College of Music, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and Trinity Laban by making grants or otherwise to needy or deserving students to assist them with the cost of accommodation.
Theatre Dance Council International
Arts, Beneficiary groupACTING AS A REGULATORY BODY FOR THEATRE AND STAGE DANCEESTABLISHING RULES FOR THEATRE DANCE COMPETITIONS AND CHAMPIONSHIPS.GRANTING NATIONAL AND REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES.TO PROMOTE DANCE EDUCATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE.
Sharnbrook Amateur Theatre Trust Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationTo promote and further education in and knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the arts of Opera, Ballet, Mime, Drama, Music and similar arts. A strong focus on youth involvement is supported with local schools offered reduced rates for the hiring of our facilities/equipment, our annual Summer School and continuous encouragement for students to play an active part in all aspects of the Trust
Little Theatre (gateshead) Limited
ArtsProvide and maintain The Little Theatre as a venue for performing groups mainly amateur
Centrestage Productions Youth Theatre
Arts, Beneficiary groupProvides performance related activities for young people in the local community aged 7-21. Staging productions yearly, providing opportunities for workshops and educational trips.
Chorlton Good Neighbours
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Heritage, LeisureChorlton Good Neighbours recruits local volunteers to help support older people in Chorlton , Chorlton Park and Whalley Range. Services include transport , visiting and 1-1 support, small DIY and other practical jobs. The group also runs weekly exercise sessions for over 65's, coffee mornings, singing, history, drama , Art ,positive living and gardening groups as well as regular day trips/parties.
Federation Of Essex Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, SocietyTo enable women to improve and develop conditions of rural life, advance their education in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and other cultural subjects, in all branches of agriculture, home economics, health and social welfare. It gives women the opportunity of working together and putting into those ideals for which is stands.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many theatre arts charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,253 registered theatre arts charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the theatre arts charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of theatre arts charities?
Theatre arts charities reported a combined annual income of £6.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for theatre arts charities?
Across all theatre arts charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of theatre arts charities?
Theatre arts charities have an average annual income of £678k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.