The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham
To advance the education of the public in the subject of Art, Music, Theatre, Writing and Dance.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public in the subject of Art, Music, Theatre, Writing and Dance.
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 £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 86% 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 | £516,071 | £596,685 | £596,655 | £9,087 | £9,087 | 13 / 90 |
| 2023 | £338,869 | £414,012 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £174,795 | £148,650 | 0 / 35 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham
What does The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham do?
To advance the education of the public in the subject of Art, Music, Theatre, Writing and Dance.
How much income did The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham report in 2024?
The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham reported total income of £516k and reported expenditure of £597k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham?
The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham has a program ratio of 115.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 91% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham registered as a charity?
The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 October 2021 as charity number 1196217. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham?
The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Robert William Gill. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham operate?
The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham operates in Gloucestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham a registered charity?
Yes — The Playhouse Theatre Cheltenham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196217.
Details
47-53 Bath Road
CHELTENHAM
Gloucestershire
GL53 7HG
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