York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited
Also known as: York Citizens' Theatre Trust Ltd, York Theatre Royal
To create work of quality, daring, delight and accomplishment on and off our stages, that offers a diverse mix of entertainment, and aesthetic enjoyment.To offer the building, and our knowledge, skills and experience as a resource toIocal people, and to encourage both theatre going and theatre making.To give best value in all aspects of our operation.
Activities & Mission
To create work of quality, daring, delight and accomplishment on and off our stages, that offers a diverse mix of entertainment, and aesthetic enjoyment.To offer the building, and our knowledge, skills and experience as a resource toIocal people, and to encourage both theatre going and theatre making.To give best value in all aspects of our operation.
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 35% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £4,477,540 | £4,603,842 | £3,745,602 | £1,188,108 | £280,729 | 115 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,244,652 | £4,710,005 | £3,558,564 | £1,385,410 | £452,862 | 108 / 40 |
| 2023 | £4,097,547 | £4,565,486 | £3,675,741 | £1,818,230 | £234,957 | 147 / 36 |
| 2022 | £3,536,459 | £3,458,340 | £2,710,560 | £2,296,135 | £534,105 | 105 / 65 |
| 2021 | £2,685,684 | £1,865,227 | £1,253,555 | £2,147,736 | £542,875 | 128 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited
What does York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited do?
To create work of quality, daring, delight and accomplishment on and off our stages, that offers a diverse mix of entertainment, and aesthetic enjoyment.To offer the building, and our knowledge, skills and experience as a resource toIocal people, and to encourage both theatre going and theatre making.To give best value in all aspects of our operation.
How much income did York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited report in 2025?
York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited reported total income of £4.48m and reported expenditure of £4.60m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited?
York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited has a program ratio of 83.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 35% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited registered as a charity?
York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 October 1963 as charity number 229396. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited?
York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited operate?
York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited operates in City Of York, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — York Citizens' Theatre Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229396.
Details
ST. LEONARDS PLACE
YORK
YO1 7HD
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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