Rent-A-Role Drama Service
Also known as: Barbican Theatre, The Barbican Theatre, Plymouth
i. To promote the education of young people under the age of twenty-five through the medium of dramaii. To relieve those persons with special needs through the medium of dramaiii. To promote the education of young people in the art and science of theatre and dramaiv. To work with disadvantaged individuals and communities using theatre as a tool for social change
Activities & Mission
i. To promote the education of young people under the age of twenty-five through the medium of dramaii. To relieve those persons with special needs through the medium of dramaiii. To promote the education of young people in the art and science of theatre and dramaiv. To work with disadvantaged individuals and communities using theatre as a tool for social change
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 77% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 29% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £508,384 | £567,288 | £516,390 | £219,534 | £36,037 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £414,410 | £479,825 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £489,516 | £571,880 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £674,983 | £584,892 | £529,552 | £426,217 | £230,539 | 8 / 0 |
| 2021 | £412,955 | £469,772 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Rent-A-Role Drama Service
What does Rent-A-Role Drama Service do?
i. To promote the education of young people under the age of twenty-five through the medium of dramaii. To relieve those persons with special needs through the medium of dramaiii. To promote the education of young people in the art and science of theatre and dramaiv. To work with disadvantaged individuals and communities using theatre as a tool for social change
How much income did Rent-A-Role Drama Service report in 2025?
Rent-A-Role Drama Service reported total income of £508k and reported expenditure of £567k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Rent-A-Role Drama Service?
Rent-A-Role Drama Service has a program ratio of 101.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Rent-A-Role Drama Service registered as a charity?
Rent-A-Role Drama Service was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 June 1989 as charity number 801689. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Rent-A-Role Drama Service?
Rent-A-Role Drama Service is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rent-A-Role Drama Service operate?
Rent-A-Role Drama Service operates across 5 areas, including Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth City and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Rent-A-Role Drama Service a registered charity?
Yes — Rent-A-Role Drama Service is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801689.
Details
CASTLE STREET
PLYMOUTH
PL1 2NJ
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Also Known As
- Barbican Theatre
- The Barbican Theatre, Plymouth
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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