The Wardrobe Theatre
THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE ARTS AND THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE APPRECIATION AND UNDERSTANDING OF PERFORMING ARTS IN ALL THEIR FORMS, THROUGH THE OPERATION, FACILITATION AND MANAGEMENT OF THE WARDROBE THEATRE FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT, TAKING PLACE IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY IN, THE CITY OF BRISTOL AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
Activities & Mission
THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE ARTS AND THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE APPRECIATION AND UNDERSTANDING OF PERFORMING ARTS IN ALL THEIR FORMS, THROUGH THE OPERATION, FACILITATION AND MANAGEMENT OF THE WARDROBE THEATRE FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT, TAKING PLACE IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY IN, THE CITY OF BRISTOL AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 77% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% 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 | £502,825 | £540,041 | £510,722 | £44,517 | £44,517 | 10 / 25 |
| 2024 | £386,548 | £435,425 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £332,392 | £343,282 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £325,571 | £333,667 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £263,657 | £214,658 | 0 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Wardrobe Theatre
What does The Wardrobe Theatre do?
THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE ARTS AND THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE APPRECIATION AND UNDERSTANDING OF PERFORMING ARTS IN ALL THEIR FORMS, THROUGH THE OPERATION, FACILITATION AND MANAGEMENT OF THE WARDROBE THEATRE FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT, TAKING PLACE IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY IN, THE CITY OF BRISTOL AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
How much income did The Wardrobe Theatre report in 2025?
The Wardrobe Theatre reported total income of £503k and reported expenditure of £540k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Wardrobe Theatre?
The Wardrobe Theatre has a program ratio of 101.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Wardrobe Theatre registered as a charity?
The Wardrobe Theatre was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 April 2018 as charity number 1177812. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The Wardrobe Theatre?
The Wardrobe Theatre is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Phillip Gereard Maguire. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Wardrobe Theatre operate?
The Wardrobe Theatre operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Wardrobe Theatre a registered charity?
Yes — The Wardrobe Theatre is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177812.
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BRISTOL
BS2 0DF
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