Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD
Also known as: Blackburn Theatre Trust Limited, Thwaites Empire Theatre Trust Limited, Thwaites Theatre
The charity is a local theatre providing cultural entertainment and education to the people of Blackburn and its surrounding areas.
Activities & Mission
The charity is a local theatre providing cultural entertainment and education to the people of Blackburn and its surrounding areas.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 69% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £545,544 | £589,035 | £589,035 | £388,060 | £385,866 | 4 / 40 |
| 2023 | £462,203 | £405,281 | 0 / 74 | |||
| 2022 | £387,578 | £309,144 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2021 | £254,876 | £287,947 | 0 / 44 | |||
| 2020 | £229,375 | £202,815 | 0 / 45 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD
What does Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD do?
The charity is a local theatre providing cultural entertainment and education to the people of Blackburn and its surrounding areas.
How much income did Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD report in 2024?
Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD reported total income of £546k and reported expenditure of £589k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD?
Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD has a program ratio of 108.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD registered as a charity?
Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 February 1979 as charity number 508435. It has been registered for 47 years.
Who runs Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD?
Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD operate?
Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD operates in Blackburn With Darwen, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Blackburn Empire Theatre LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 508435.
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Also Known As
- Blackburn Theatre Trust Limited
- Thwaites Empire Theatre Trust Limited
- Thwaites Theatre
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated