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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Davenham Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary groupTalks, rambling, local visits, theatre visits,current affairs
The Ellen Terry Fellowship Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationProvides scholarship to female drama student(s)
Margaret And Alfred Denny Christmas Charity
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo fund seasonal meals arranged by local charities and attended by the elderly and carers and to enable local residents to visit the theatre with carers in attendance.
Southsea Afternoon Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Leisurethe mission statement of the women's Institute?to advance the education of women and girls for the public benefit in all areas including (without limitation): local, national and international issues of political and social importance; music, drama and other cultural subjects; and.Social and recreational activities, and guidance and support to members
Kilcot And Gorsley W I
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, ReligionMonthly meetings in Gorsley Chapel where we have speakers on a variety of subjects. We visit local places of interest as well as theatre trips or evenings out for dinner etc. Members are able to attend events organised by the Gloucestershire Federation. We strive to involve ourselves in local issues plus those that are backed by the WI
Nailsworth Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyThe main purposes of the WI are to enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life, including arts, crafts and sciences, to improve and develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and other cultural subjects and in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home and economics.
Wolsingham Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyActivities & events to advance the education of women for the public benefit in all areas including: issues of political & social importance; music, drama etc.; all branches of agriculture, craft, home economics, science, health and social welfare. To promote sustainable development for the public benefit. To advance health and citizenship for the public benefit. Monthly meetings in Wolsingham.
Uppermill Stage Society
Arts, LeisureThe charity exists solely for the production of drama and musical productions. The object of the exercise is to provide entertainment for our audiences and for the players, and to educate both in the dramatic arts.
Cheadle And District Club For The Disabled
ArtsOur current activities are:- going out for lunch & going for Indian meals at night. Visits to the theatre, going for day trips, running a weekly prize bingo, club meetings twice a month.
Eisteddfod Gadeiriol Y Groeslon Committee/pwyigor Eisteddfod Gadeiriol Y Grroeslon
Artsweek of competitions ranging form singing,reciting,drama and instrument playing
Burghfield Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, Social welfare, SocietyThe Women's Institute organisation is based on the ideals of friendship, truth, tolerance and justice. We aim to advance our member's education in citizenship, national and international affairs, music, drama, science, handicrafts, agriculture, home economics and health and social welfare. We seek to give members the opportunity of working together, and of putting into practice our ideals.
Woodmancote And Henfield Womens Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyThe main purpose of the WI is to enable women interested in arts, crafts and sciences to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions, in music, drama and other cultural subjects and in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare. The WI gives women the opportunity of working together to put into practice those ideals for which it stands.
Friends Parents And Associates Of Glanaethwy Drama School
Arts, Beneficiary group, EducationThe charity collects money for Ysgol Glanaethwy drama school. The money is used for hiring buses to events and other costs ircurred during performances.
Kent Festival Of Music, Speech And Drama - A Competitive And Celebratory Event
Arts, Beneficiary groupTo promote musical education & experience with all ages, but mainly young people through Master classes, Festival days & concerts led by experienced adjudicators & teachers.
Derby Gilbert And Sullivan Company
ArtsDerby Gilbert and Sullivan Company is a non professional theatre group. The works of Gilbert and Sullivan are a significant part of our British heritage and we aim entertain, educate and keep their operettas alive through our productions and concerts.
Fence And District Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary groupto give women of all ages an opportunity to meet in a safe environment, to share skills and to be a support at all times .WE have regular craft meetings led by our own members in preparation for our county show,we walk locally each month and join others for lunch,attend local theatre performances and take part in our village events.Each monthly meeting is attended by approx 48 members.
Bridlington And Driffield Mencap And Gateway Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, LeisureThe Phoenix Drama Group Mon, 23 members & 14 volunteers, Senior Gateway Club Tues Eve with 50 members and 7 volunteers, activities include sponsored walks, social evening BBQ ICT Suites at Driff & Brid. Drop-in facility, referral, signposting, makaton courses. New training facilites for the learning disabled, art & craft, makaton classes, music & movement class, sports day, fundraising committee.
Great Tey Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, SocietyThe main purposes of the Women's Institute Organisation are to enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life, to improve and develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions, in music, drama and other cultural subjects and in agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare.
Pennard Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, SocietyTo improve and develop conditions for women in both rural and urban communities and advance the education of women in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and other cultural subjects; also to secure instruction and training in of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare. To promote sustainable development by education.
Lindfield Dramatic Club
Arts, LeisureDrama. Providing public entertainment by amateur dramatic productions and activities,
Moss Side Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Research, SocietyThe purposes of the W I organisation are to enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life, arts, crafts and sciences , to improve & develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions both national & international, in music, drama other cultural subjects & in all branches of health and social welfare.
Tilsworth And Stanbridge Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, LeisureThe aims are to educate and inform and to enable members to participate with confidence and enjoyment in the community, being aware of current events and topics. Speakers on a wide range of subjects - educational and recreational. Members participate in sporting activities within the movement - darts, golf, croquet & bowls. Visits to theatre, and place of historic & general interest.
The Friends Of Ashurst Primary School
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, FacilitiesAs a Church Aided School, FAPS recognise that 10% of the devolved capital formula allocation is not provided by state funds, FAPS therefore raise and provide this amount to the School Governors. Additional funds raised are used to enrich the experiences available to the children, such as a vegetable garden, art week materials, fabric for school play costumes, coach travel to annual pantomime.
Cannington Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary groupMonthly meetings, talks, outings, theatre visits
Sewell Park Parents, Teachers And Friends Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Housing, LeisureWe raise funds for staff/student 'extras' at the school, support home/school communication and contribute to the Sewell Park community.At present we focus on working with the Papillon Project to encourage students with gardening, and redeveloping links between the school and the Sewell Barn Theatre.
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.