Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited
TO PROVIDE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PLAYS REPRESENTATIVE OF ENGLISH CLASSICAL DRAMATISTS OR AUTHORS INCLUDING MODERN PLAYS AND TRANSLATIONS OR REPRESENTATIVE PLAYS OF FOREIGN DRAMATISTS, ANCIENT AND MODERN.TO CARRY OUT AND CONDUCT THE MADDERMARKET THEATRE AS A CENTRE OF EDUCATION IN THE DRAMATIC ART AND FOR THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF PUBLIC INTEREST THEREIN.
Activities & Mission
TO PROVIDE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PLAYS REPRESENTATIVE OF ENGLISH CLASSICAL DRAMATISTS OR AUTHORS INCLUDING MODERN PLAYS AND TRANSLATIONS OR REPRESENTATIVE PLAYS OF FOREIGN DRAMATISTS, ANCIENT AND MODERN.TO CARRY OUT AND CONDUCT THE MADDERMARKET THEATRE AS A CENTRE OF EDUCATION IN THE DRAMATIC ART AND FOR THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF PUBLIC INTEREST THEREIN.
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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 42% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 293). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £619,638 | £504,822 | £504,822 | £340,946 | £338,072 | 3 / 200 |
| 2024 | £764,657 | £531,033 | £531,033 | £226,130 | £213,907 | 2 / 200 |
| 2023 | £544,481 | £713,160 | £713,160 | -£7,494 | £0 | 10 / 180 |
| 2021 | £142,987 | £127,106 | 0 / 263 | |||
| 2020 | £288,090 | £304,668 | 0 / 122 |
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Frequently asked questions about Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited
What does Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited do?
TO PROVIDE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PLAYS REPRESENTATIVE OF ENGLISH CLASSICAL DRAMATISTS OR AUTHORS INCLUDING MODERN PLAYS AND TRANSLATIONS OR REPRESENTATIVE PLAYS OF FOREIGN DRAMATISTS, ANCIENT AND MODERN.TO CARRY OUT AND CONDUCT THE MADDERMARKET THEATRE AS A CENTRE OF EDUCATION IN THE DRAMATIC ART AND FOR THE ENCOURAGEMENT OF PUBLIC INTEREST THEREIN.
How much income did Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?
Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £620k and reported expenditure of £505k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited?
Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 81.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 1964 as charity number 234993. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited?
Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Dixon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited operate?
Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Maddermarket Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 234993.
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NORWICH
NR2 1DR
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