Seven Dials Playhouse Limited
Also known as: Seven Dials Playhouse, The Actors Centre, The Actors Professional Centre Limited, Tristan Bates Theatre, Seven Dials Playhouse Ltd
The main objective of the company is to promote and assist education and the Arts for public benefit by research, discussions and seminars, vocational training, the provision of development facilities related to the Arts in general and especially the theatre and with the production of educational plays; and the provision of professional development and training for Actors via a trading subsidiary.
Activities & Mission
The main objective of the company is to promote and assist education and the Arts for public benefit by research, discussions and seminars, vocational training, the provision of development facilities related to the Arts in general and especially the theatre and with the production of educational plays; and the provision of professional development and training for Actors via a trading subsidiary.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 30% 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 90% 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 | £250,443 | £674,878 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £430,845 | £1,175,585 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £417,036 | £701,248 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2021 | £686,073 | £452,988 | £452,988 | £825,060 | £361,586 | 10 / 10 |
| 2020 | £687,580 | £755,941 | £752,347 | £591,975 | £116,050 | 15 / 35 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Seven Dials Playhouse Limited
What does Seven Dials Playhouse Limited do?
The main objective of the company is to promote and assist education and the Arts for public benefit by research, discussions and seminars, vocational training, the provision of development facilities related to the Arts in general and especially the theatre and with the production of educational plays; and the provision of professional development and training for Actors via a trading subsidiary.
How much income did Seven Dials Playhouse Limited report in 2024?
Seven Dials Playhouse Limited reported total income of £250k and reported expenditure of £675k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Seven Dials Playhouse Limited?
Seven Dials Playhouse Limited has a program ratio of 66.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 30% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 293 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Seven Dials Playhouse Limited registered as a charity?
Seven Dials Playhouse Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 1978 as charity number 275934. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Seven Dials Playhouse Limited?
Seven Dials Playhouse Limited 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 Seven Dials Playhouse Limited operate?
Seven Dials Playhouse Limited operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Seven Dials Playhouse Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Seven Dials Playhouse Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 275934.
Details
1A Tower Street
London
London
WC2H 9NP
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Also Known As
- Seven Dials Playhouse
- The Actors Centre
- The Actors Professional Centre Limited
- Tristan Bates Theatre
- Seven Dials Playhouse Ltd
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated