Common Wealth Theatre Limited
Also known as: Common Wealth
Common Wealth Theatre is a registered charity whose purpose is the advancement of the arts for the public benefit with particular but not exclusive reference to the performing arts. We promote social inclusion for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society.
Activities & Mission
Common Wealth Theatre is a registered charity whose purpose is the advancement of the arts for the public benefit with particular but not exclusive reference to the performing arts. We promote social inclusion for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society.
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 31% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £759,767 | £555,950 | £555,950 | £487,783 | £386,998 | 9 / 43 |
| 2024 | £505,486 | £502,083 | £502,083 | £283,966 | £116,717 | 11 / 52 |
| 2023 | £426,100 | £433,314 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £560,189 | £470,178 | £470,178 | £287,777 | £75,268 | 8 / 0 |
| 2021 | £326,193 | £287,637 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Common Wealth Theatre Limited
What does Common Wealth Theatre Limited do?
Common Wealth Theatre is a registered charity whose purpose is the advancement of the arts for the public benefit with particular but not exclusive reference to the performing arts. We promote social inclusion for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society.
How much income did Common Wealth Theatre Limited report in 2025?
Common Wealth Theatre Limited reported total income of £760k and reported expenditure of £556k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Common Wealth Theatre Limited?
Common Wealth Theatre Limited has a program ratio of 73.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Common Wealth Theatre Limited registered as a charity?
Common Wealth Theatre Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 October 2019 as charity number 1185967. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Common Wealth Theatre Limited?
Common Wealth Theatre Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Emma Robinson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Common Wealth Theatre Limited operate?
Common Wealth Theatre Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Common Wealth Theatre Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Common Wealth Theatre Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185967.
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- 14 May 2026
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