Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited
The Trust was established to present theatrical productions, encourage the arts and promote education. As one of the world's leading presenting theatres it aims to be world-class in every respect: to present a wide-ranging, high quality, developing programme, to ensure access for all, to develop a growing & diverse audience & to complement this with a range of creative education & outreach events.
Activities & Mission
The Trust was established to present theatrical productions, encourage the arts and promote education. As one of the world's leading presenting theatres it aims to be world-class in every respect: to present a wide-ranging, high quality, developing programme, to ensure access for all, to develop a growing & diverse audience & to complement this with a range of creative education & outreach events.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 72% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 52% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 35% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Development Trust (organisation 511567)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £39,111,000 | £39,220,000 | £36,752,000 | £32,834,000 | £6,502,000 | 148 / 112 |
| 2024 | £36,984,000 | £38,073,000 | £35,852,000 | £33,513,000 | £6,111,000 | 132 / 67 |
| 2023 | £28,990,000 | £27,563,000 | £25,909,000 | £34,602,000 | £1,508,000 | 311 / 0 |
| 2022 | £13,184,000 | £14,367,000 | £13,233,000 | £33,195,000 | £1,057,000 | 405 / 20 |
| 2021 | £7,080,000 | £7,369,000 | £7,084,000 | £34,358,000 | £1,933,000 | 146 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited
What does Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited do?
The Trust was established to present theatrical productions, encourage the arts and promote education. As one of the world's leading presenting theatres it aims to be world-class in every respect: to present a wide-ranging, high quality, developing programme, to ensure access for all, to develop a growing & diverse audience & to complement this with a range of creative education & outreach events.
How much income did Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?
Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £39.11m and reported expenditure of £39.22m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited?
Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 94.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 November 1980 as charity number 510842. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited?
Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Catherine Mallyon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited operate?
Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 510842.
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Hurst Street
BIRMINGHAM
B5 4TB
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