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Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited

Also known as: Everyman Theatre Liverpool, Playhouse Theatre Liverpool

The Trust manages two theatres, the Liverpool Playhouse and the Everyman Theatre. Both are producing theatres. The Everyman Theatre places an emphasis on the production of new work and new writers. Both theatres also host a programme of visiting companies presenting theatre and dance. A significant element of the theatres' work comprises outreach, education and writer development programmes.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust manages two theatres, the Liverpool Playhouse and the Everyman Theatre. Both are producing theatres. The Everyman Theatre places an emphasis on the production of new work and new writers. Both theatres also host a programme of visiting companies presenting theatre and dance. A significant element of the theatres' work comprises outreach, education and writer development programmes.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,716,000
Latest Expenditure
£6,968,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 95.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 91.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 8.5%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £158,000
Charitable Activities £5,317,000
Other Trading £713,000
Investments £63,000
Other Income £465,000

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £6,403,000
Raising Funds £565,000
Governance £26,000
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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
£6,716,000
£6,968,000£6,403,000£19,005,000£1,296,000273 / 0
2024
£5,288,000
£6,144,000£5,648,000£19,257,000£634,000263 / 0
2023
£5,798,000
£6,483,000£6,046,000£20,113,000£303,000251 / 0
2022
£4,911,000
£5,473,000£5,270,000£20,798,000£317,00081 / 0
2021
£4,514,000
£4,187,000£4,118,000£21,360,000£1,223,000170 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited

What does Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited do?

The Trust manages two theatres, the Liverpool Playhouse and the Everyman Theatre. Both are producing theatres. The Everyman Theatre places an emphasis on the production of new work and new writers. Both theatres also host a programme of visiting companies presenting theatre and dance. A significant element of the theatres' work comprises outreach, education and writer development programmes.

How much income did Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited report in 2025?

Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited reported total income of £6.72m and reported expenditure of £6.97m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited registered as a charity?

Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 June 2000 as charity number 1081229. It has been registered for 26 years.

Who runs Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited?

Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Camilla Mankabady. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited operate?

Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited operates across 3 areas: Knowsley, Liverpool City and Sefton.

Is Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Liverpool And Merseyside Theatres Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081229.

Details

Address
Liverpool & Merseyside Theatres Tru
Trust Ltd
The Everyman Theatre
5-11 Hope Street
LIVERPOOL
Registration Date
22 June 2000
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3970754
Charity Number
1081229

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Trustees

Camilla Mankabady Chair
Anthony Smith
Councillor Portia Eve Fahey
James Bierman
Jillian Margaret Jones
Also governs 1 other charity
Julie Ann Lockhart
Laura Collier
Mark Elder Da Vanzo
Paul Anthony Grover
Paul Maddock
Paul Stephen Evans
Saphena Aanaz Aziz

Also Known As

  • Everyman Theatre Liverpool
  • Playhouse Theatre Liverpool

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30 July 2026
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