Reading Repertory Theatre
Also known as: Reading Rep
Reading Rep Theatre exists to ensure that everyone in Reading, and especially those with least opportunity, can access high quality theatre and culture. Our mission is to strengthen the communities we serve by making work with, by and for Reading.
Activities & Mission
Reading Rep Theatre exists to ensure that everyone in Reading, and especially those with least opportunity, can access high quality theatre and culture. Our mission is to strengthen the communities we serve by making work with, by and for Reading.
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 84% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £894,668 | £955,982 | £955,982 | £692,902 | £337,745 | 10 / 120 |
| 2023 | £979,951 | £950,279 | £950,279 | £754,216 | £319,100 | 10 / 120 |
| 2022 | £855,258 | £840,616 | £840,616 | £724,544 | £311,699 | 9 / 100 |
| 2021 | £692,527 | £498,514 | £498,514 | £709,902 | £709,902 | 5 / 35 |
| 2020 | £704,339 | £269,729 | £269,729 | £515,889 | £108,314 | 3 / 35 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Reading Repertory Theatre
What does Reading Repertory Theatre do?
Reading Rep Theatre exists to ensure that everyone in Reading, and especially those with least opportunity, can access high quality theatre and culture. Our mission is to strengthen the communities we serve by making work with, by and for Reading.
How much income did Reading Repertory Theatre report in 2024?
Reading Repertory Theatre reported total income of £895k and reported expenditure of £956k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Reading Repertory Theatre?
Reading Repertory Theatre has a program ratio of 106.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 84% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Reading Repertory Theatre registered as a charity?
Reading Repertory Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 April 2012 as charity number 1147048. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Reading Repertory Theatre?
Reading Repertory Theatre is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Aidan Grounds. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Reading Repertory Theatre operate?
Reading Repertory Theatre operates in Reading, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Reading Repertory Theatre a registered charity?
Yes — Reading Repertory Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147048.
Details
Kings Road
READING
RG1 4LY
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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- How metrics are calculated