The Crescent Theatre Limited
Also known as: The Crescent Theatre, The Crescent Theatre Company
The Crescent Theatre Limited continues to provide the resources for a wide-ranging programme of theatre productions staffed by its amateur membership, at the same time offering hiring facilities to independent musical societies and other groups. Bar and refreshment services for patrons and members together with costume, properties and furniture hire services are also provided.
Activities & Mission
The Crescent Theatre Limited continues to provide the resources for a wide-ranging programme of theatre productions staffed by its amateur membership, at the same time offering hiring facilities to independent musical societies and other groups. Bar and refreshment services for patrons and members together with costume, properties and furniture hire services are also provided.
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 70% 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 78% 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 | £980,951 | £960,409 | £960,409 | £419,435 | £500,000 | 49 / 200 |
| 2024 | £699,342 | £651,231 | £651,231 | £398,893 | £398,893 | 25 / 250 |
| 2023 | £631,239 | £590,133 | £590,133 | £350,782 | £350,782 | 31 / 239 |
| 2022 | £577,497 | £513,802 | £513,802 | £309,676 | £309,676 | 26 / 107 |
| 2021 | £457,248 | £372,767 | 0 / 117 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Crescent Theatre Limited
What does The Crescent Theatre Limited do?
The Crescent Theatre Limited continues to provide the resources for a wide-ranging programme of theatre productions staffed by its amateur membership, at the same time offering hiring facilities to independent musical societies and other groups. Bar and refreshment services for patrons and members together with costume, properties and furniture hire services are also provided.
How much income did The Crescent Theatre Limited report in 2025?
The Crescent Theatre Limited reported total income of £981k and reported expenditure of £960k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Crescent Theatre Limited?
The Crescent Theatre Limited has a program ratio of 97.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 70% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Crescent Theatre Limited registered as a charity?
The Crescent Theatre Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 March 1966 as charity number 245054. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Crescent Theatre Limited?
The Crescent Theatre Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Kevin Middleton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Crescent Theatre Limited operate?
The Crescent Theatre Limited operates in Birmingham City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Crescent Theatre Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Crescent Theatre Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 245054.
Details
Sheepcote Street
BIRMINGHAM
B16 8AE
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated