Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust
To re-ignite Manchester's long love affair with two of its oldest and most famous theatrical buildings. Through creative learning, community engagement and heritage programmes, we will open up and transform the Palace Theatre & Opera House into the places where a new generation of Mancunians can play, learn, explore and discover what theatre and performance means for them.
Activities & Mission
To re-ignite Manchester's long love affair with two of its oldest and most famous theatrical buildings. Through creative learning, community engagement and heritage programmes, we will open up and transform the Palace Theatre & Opera House into the places where a new generation of Mancunians can play, learn, explore and discover what theatre and performance means for them.
Grants
Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Total spending (2025)
- £2,733
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 | £198 | £2,733 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £12,927 | £7,144 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £14 | £59 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £10,000 | £5 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust
What does Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust do?
To re-ignite Manchester's long love affair with two of its oldest and most famous theatrical buildings. Through creative learning, community engagement and heritage programmes, we will open up and transform the Palace Theatre & Opera House into the places where a new generation of Mancunians can play, learn, explore and discover what theatre and performance means for them.
How much income did Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust report in 2025?
Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust reported total income of £198.00 and reported expenditure of £3k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust registered as a charity?
Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 March 2020 as charity number 1188662. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust?
Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust operate?
Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Palace Theatre & Opera House Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188662.
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- 2 November 2026
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