Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited
Also known as: Northern Stage
Northern Stage is the largest producing theatre company in the North East of England. We offer a wide range of people world-class theatrical experiences through a high-quality programme in Newcastle, an innovative programme of participation activities and touring productions throughout the UK.
Activities & Mission
Northern Stage is the largest producing theatre company in the North East of England. We offer a wide range of people world-class theatrical experiences through a high-quality programme in Newcastle, an innovative programme of participation activities and touring productions throughout the UK.
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 92% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 70% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,792,912 | £4,261,773 | £4,261,773 | £3,023,629 | £292,533 | 88 / 12 |
| 2024 | £3,775,642 | £4,380,293 | £4,380,293 | £3,492,490 | £420,763 | 96 / 7 |
| 2023 | £3,075,969 | £3,803,496 | £3,803,496 | £4,097,141 | £483,368 | 77 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,085,491 | £3,516,484 | £3,486,428 | £4,824,668 | £502,523 | 73 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,290,979 | £2,498,530 | £2,437,810 | £5,255,661 | £420,099 | 81 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited
What does Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited do?
Northern Stage is the largest producing theatre company in the North East of England. We offer a wide range of people world-class theatrical experiences through a high-quality programme in Newcastle, an innovative programme of participation activities and touring productions throughout the UK.
How much income did Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited report in 2025?
Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited reported total income of £3.79m and reported expenditure of £4.26m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited?
Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited has a program ratio of 112.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited registered as a charity?
Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 March 1988 as charity number 700055. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited?
Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Peter Elliott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited operate?
Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited operates in Newcastle Upon Tyne City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Northern Stage (theatrical Productions) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 700055.
Details
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE1 7RH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated