Leeds Theatre Trust Limited
Also known as: West Yorkshire Playhouse
The charity operates a theatre complex and arts centre. As well as producing the artistic programme onstage, it offers a range of participatory arts and educational activities to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Activities & Mission
The charity operates a theatre complex and arts centre. As well as producing the artistic programme onstage, it offers a range of participatory arts and educational activities to people of all ages and backgrounds.
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 55% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 40% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 26% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (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 | £10,067,436 | £9,959,495 | £8,961,278 | £7,877,420 | £1,523,875 | 103 / 50 |
| 2023 | £10,481,345 | £12,429,752 | £9,946,018 | £7,769,479 | £1,332,551 | 112 / 50 |
| 2022 | £7,269,168 | £8,137,970 | £7,429,228 | £9,828,435 | £1,372,621 | 159 / 50 |
| 2021 | £9,145,190 | £3,686,054 | £3,118,327 | £10,599,223 | £2,573,794 | 140 / 50 |
| 2020 | £8,313,003 | £8,432,921 | £7,691,133 | £5,045,797 | £0 | 180 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Leeds Theatre Trust Limited
What does Leeds Theatre Trust Limited do?
The charity operates a theatre complex and arts centre. As well as producing the artistic programme onstage, it offers a range of participatory arts and educational activities to people of all ages and backgrounds.
How much income did Leeds Theatre Trust Limited report in 2024?
Leeds Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £10.07m and reported expenditure of £9.96m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Leeds Theatre Trust Limited?
Leeds Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 89.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Leeds Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Leeds Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 1968 as charity number 255460. It has been registered for 58 years.
Who runs Leeds Theatre Trust Limited?
Leeds Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Leeds Theatre Trust Limited operate?
Leeds Theatre Trust Limited operates in Leeds City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Leeds Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Leeds Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 255460.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- West Yorkshire Playhouse
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated