Swansea Little Theatre Limited
Also known as: Dylan Thomas Theatre, Swansea Little Theatre, The Dylan Thomas Theatre
Swansea Little Theatre promotes drama in Swansea and surrounding district. We put on six major plays a year. We bring theatre to distant parts in our outreach programme. We have a regular youth theatre (7 - 18 yr olds). We enable other theatre groups, schools, drama groups to perform in a professional theatre environment. All members are volunteers.
Activities & Mission
Swansea Little Theatre promotes drama in Swansea and surrounding district. We put on six major plays a year. We bring theatre to distant parts in our outreach programme. We have a regular youth theatre (7 - 18 yr olds). We enable other theatre groups, schools, drama groups to perform in a professional theatre environment. All members are volunteers.
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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 | £117,000 | £107,000 | 0 / 170 | |||
| 2024 | £109,771 | £93,252 | 0 / 143 | |||
| 2023 | £81,061 | £73,810 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £57,528 | £58,606 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2021 | £26,659 | £45,668 | 0 / 120 |
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Frequently asked questions about Swansea Little Theatre Limited
What does Swansea Little Theatre Limited do?
Swansea Little Theatre promotes drama in Swansea and surrounding district. We put on six major plays a year. We bring theatre to distant parts in our outreach programme. We have a regular youth theatre (7 - 18 yr olds). We enable other theatre groups, schools, drama groups to perform in a professional theatre environment. All members are volunteers.
How much income did Swansea Little Theatre Limited report in 2025?
Swansea Little Theatre Limited reported total income of £117k and reported expenditure of £107k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Swansea Little Theatre Limited registered as a charity?
Swansea Little Theatre Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 1963 as charity number 229640. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Swansea Little Theatre Limited?
Swansea Little Theatre 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 Swansea Little Theatre Limited operate?
Swansea Little Theatre Limited operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Swansea Little Theatre Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Swansea Little Theatre Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229640.
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GLOUCESTER PLACE
MARITIME QUARTER
SWANSEA
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Also Known As
- Dylan Thomas Theatre
- Swansea Little Theatre
- The Dylan Thomas Theatre
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- 30 July 2026
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