The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited
Also known as: The New Theatre Royal - Trustees (portsmouth), New Theatre Royal Trustees (portsmouth) Ltd, Theatre Royal Trust
The Trust is responsible for the upkeep and running of a grade 2* listed theatre and aims to celebrate that heritage.The New Theatre Royal promotes and presents a programme of both professional touring work and local amateur performances that includes theatre, music and dance. A comprehensive programme of workshops, classes and other work complete the educational and community portfolio.
Activities & Mission
The Trust is responsible for the upkeep and running of a grade 2* listed theatre and aims to celebrate that heritage.The New Theatre Royal promotes and presents a programme of both professional touring work and local amateur performances that includes theatre, music and dance. A comprehensive programme of workshops, classes and other work complete the educational and community portfolio.
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 91% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (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.
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 | £1,369,680 | £1,525,405 | £1,525,405 | £314,624 | £150,000 | 40 / 50 |
| 2024 | £1,262,640 | £1,437,826 | £1,436,743 | £470,349 | £155,585 | 40 / 50 |
| 2023 | £1,715,557 | £1,232,919 | £1,232,919 | £645,535 | £286,526 | 33 / 50 |
| 2022 | £639,098 | £793,158 | £793,011 | £162,897 | £0 | 22 / 37 |
| 2021 | £221,955 | £322,443 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited
What does The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited do?
The Trust is responsible for the upkeep and running of a grade 2* listed theatre and aims to celebrate that heritage.The New Theatre Royal promotes and presents a programme of both professional touring work and local amateur performances that includes theatre, music and dance. A comprehensive programme of workshops, classes and other work complete the educational and community portfolio.
How much income did The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited report in 2025?
The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited reported total income of £1.37m and reported expenditure of £1.53m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited?
The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited has a program ratio of 111.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited registered as a charity?
The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 October 1976 as charity number 271976. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited?
The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Damon Trevor Repton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited operate?
The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited operates across 3 areas: Hampshire, Portsmouth City and West Sussex.
Is The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The New Theatre Royal-Trustees (portsmouth) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271976.
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Also Known As
- The New Theatre Royal - Trustees (portsmouth)
- New Theatre Royal Trustees (portsmouth) Ltd
- Theatre Royal Trust
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- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated