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Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society

Also known as: H D O S, Hd and Os, Hd&os, Hdos

Produce amateur plays, musicals, pantomimes etc. for public performance.Run workshops for junior members dealing with theatrical and related subjects.Advise local council of artistic needs of local area.Support other charities with donations.

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Activities & Mission

Produce amateur plays, musicals, pantomimes etc. for public performance.Run workshops for junior members dealing with theatrical and related subjects.Advise local council of artistic needs of local area.Support other charities with donations.

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

Latest Income
£106,591
Latest Expenditure
£111,795

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£106,591
£111,7950 / 150
2024
£61,132
£50,1860 / 100
2023
£49,654
£40,8000 / 70
2022
£33,205
£35,7170 / 107
2021
£29,586
£20,9690 / 200

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society

What does Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society do?

Produce amateur plays, musicals, pantomimes etc. for public performance.Run workshops for junior members dealing with theatrical and related subjects.Advise local council of artistic needs of local area.Support other charities with donations.

How much income did Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society report in 2025?

Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society reported total income of £107k and reported expenditure of £112k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society registered as a charity?

Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 1977 as charity number 271065. It has been registered for 49 years.

Who runs Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society?

Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is CLIVE William BELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society operate?

Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society a registered charity?

Yes — Hertford Dramatic And Operatic Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271065.

Details

Address
Hertford Dramatic & Operatic Soc.
The Studio Theatre
Bentley House
Pegs Lane
HERTFORD
Registration Date
6 January 1977
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
271065
Charity Number
271065

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Trustees

CLIVE William BELL Chair
Anne Marie Godwin
GRAHAM Richard David LAY
Jaqueline Ann Noble
Julie Markey
MARY-JANE TOMLIN
NIKOLAS MAYES
PATRICIA Marion LAY
Penelope Coyston
Richard William Edgar
STEVE ONYON
Susan Kathryn Barber

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • H D O S
  • Hd and Os
  • Hd&os
  • Hdos

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30 July 2026
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