Theatre AR307¶
Theatre is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Arts categoryand the Performing art subcategory.
4,080 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 2.01% of all charities.
Keywords to find charities¶
UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.
The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:
\b(theatr(e|ical)|pantomime|drama(tic)?|shakespeare?)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 1,119 | 1.57% |
| £10k - £100k | 1,619 | 2.31% |
| £100k - £250k | 463 | 2.08% |
| £250k - £500k | 275 | 2.52% |
| £500k - £1m | 181 | 2.64% |
| £1m - £10m | 208 | 2.28% |
| Over £10m | 41 | 1.84% |
| Total | 3,906 | 2.03% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 3,398 | 1.99% |
| oscr | 476 | 1.92% |
| ccni | 206 | 2.86% |
| Total | 4,080 | 2.01% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| THE ROYAL NATIONAL THEATRE [Charity number: 224223] The National Theatre is central to the creative life of the UK. In its three theatres on the South Bank in London it presents new plays and classics from the world repertoire. It extends its reach through live broadcasts into cinema, UK and International tours and deepens audience engagement through its education programme. It looks after the wider health of theatre through R&D at the NT Studio. |
£128,700,000 |
| THE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY, STRATFORD-UPON-AVON [Charity number: 212481] To conserve, advance and disseminate the dramatic heritage of Shakespeare and advance and improve the dramatic art in the UK and throughout the world; producing and presenting dramatic performances of all kinds and teaching, training and other educational activities. These objectives are achieved by the production of plays by Shakespeare, other classic playwrights and commissioning new work. |
£82,038,000 |
| The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music [Charity number: SC043343] The objects of the Board are:- (a) the advancement of the arts sciences and skills of music, speech and drama throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. (b) the promotion of education and instruction III and the study and appreciation of music, speech and drama and the dissemination of knowledge concerning the same. |
£50,899,000 |
| SADLER'S WELLS TRUST LIMITED [Charity number: 279884] The object for which the charity is established is to advance education particularly by encouraging the understanding and appreciation of the dramatic arts. |
£43,305,760 |
| BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME THEATRE TRUST LIMITED [Charity number: 510842] The Trust was established to present theatrical productions, encourage the arts and promote education. As one of the world's leading presenting theatres it aims to be world-class in every respect: to present a wide-ranging, high quality, developing programme, to ensure access for all, to develop a growing & diverse audience & to complement this with a range of creative education & outreach events. |
£39,111,000 |
| Royal Conservatoire of Scotland [Charity number: SC015855] The objects for which the Company (also hereinafter called 'the Institution') is established are to conduct the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, whether in Glasgow or elsewhere, as a national and international academy and conservatoire for, inter alia, music, dance, film, television and the dramatic arts, to advance learning, knowledge and excellence, by teaching, research, performance and study, in particular, but without limitation, in the fields of music, dance, film, television and the dramatic arts and related fields, to provide instruction in such branches of learning as the Company may think fit and to make provision for research and performance and for the dissemination of knowledge in such manner as the Company may determine, and to act as a cultural centre and artistic stimulus for the community at large and in furtherance thereof. |
£32,273,000 |
| TAUNTON SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL CHARITY [Charity number: 1081420] Advancing education for girls and boys age 2 to 18 both day and boarding. Adding the maximum value to help most pupils achieve excellent exam results and enabling all to maximise their potential. Helping pupils to be 'Ready for Life' through many co-curricular activities including; debating, music, drama and sport. |
£31,417,000 |
| THE SHAKESPEARE GLOBE TRUST [Charity number: 266916] The Trust's primary purpose is to promote, maintain, improve and advance education, by encouraging and stimulating public appreciation and understanding of the dramatic art in all its forms, but principally in relation to the works of William Shakespeare. The Trust aims to fulfil this purpose through educational programmes, theatre performances, exhibitiona and guided tours at the Globe Theatre. |
£28,846,000 |
| THE MAYFLOWER THEATRE TRUST [Charity number: 294745] The primary objectives of the trust as defined by the memorandum and articles of association are the encouragement of the arts, the promotion and advancement of education, and the cultivation and improvement of public education in drama, mime, opera, singing, music, dance, painting, and sculpture, cinema, literature and other arts. |
£28,804,714 |
| BRADFORD CULTURE COMPANY LIMITED [Charity number: 1194599] To promote the arts and heritage for the benefit of the public within the city of Bradford and to advance the arts, in particular the arts of performance, music, drama, poetry reading, sculpture, painting, handicrafts and all other associated arts, by encouraging public participation by supporting the arts and heritage sector through promotion, representation and development. |
£26,834,031 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| ACTA COMMUNITY THEATRE LTD. [Charity number: 800174] access, creativity, theatre, artsacta champions the positive and transformational effects of active creative participation in the arts for individuals and communities. We are committed to providing access to the arts for those most at risk and most in need; to making theatre part of people's lives. |
£311,025 |
| THE HOCKLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE ASSOCIATION [Charity number: 282710] To provide affordable, well maintained and friendly facilities for local groups, clubs and individuals. These include Pre-School, majorettes, judo, martial arts, children's football, slimming world, advanced motorists, metal detectors, , yoga,U3A History club, Art appreciation, Current affairs, Geography, theatre groups and many more. |
£68,529 |
| THE LAWNMOWERS INDEPENDENT THEATRE COMPANY [Charity number: 1084229] Lawnmowers is a learning disabled-led company which provides rich and varied cultural training for people with learning difficulties. Programmes address social and educational issues, accessibility, sustainability, participation, enjoyment and building futures. All of our services relate directly to needs identified by learning disabled people. |
£276,327 |
| ORLESTONE, HAMSTREET AND RUCKINGE W.I. [Charity number: 1017736] The main purposes of the WI are to enable women who are interested in the issues associated with rural life, including arts, crafts and sciences, to advance their education in citizenship, in music, drama and other cultural subjects, handicrafts, home economics, health and social welfare. It seeks to give to women the opportunity of putting into practice those ideals for which it stands. |
£2,412 |
| UNITY PRODUCTIONS [Charity number: 1184497] To establish a committed team throughout the company that are enthusiastic, supportive and willing to get involved with and be educated in all aspects of theatre production and not just the performance.To perform high-standard, fringe, lesser-known shows so that the public has the opportunity to appreciate them. |
£150 |
| READ AND SIMONSTONE VILLAGE HALL [Charity number: 1175675] RSVH is a recently renovated, flexible venue available for hire for community activities, events, classes, conferences, theatre, film, celebrations and parties. Our Main Hall accommodates 120 people, We offer a stage, audio-visual system and professional stage lighting.Our Hub is for meetings, conferences and smaller community groups.We also have a fantastic outdoor community space. |
£54,303 |
| NEW SHOES THEATRE [Charity number: 1138416] New Shoes Theatre Company gives a voice to women's writing and their legacy of work and we have a multicultural and inclusive platform with international links. Our plays raise awareness about social issues and we offer workshops and free or discounted tickets to marginalised groups. |
£2,716 |
| CHRISTIAN RESTORATION MANCHESTER [Charity number: 1143531] Regular acts of public worship.Advice and mentoringTraining/social eventsSupport groups in the areas of emotional, physical distress, financial and social support available to all.Music lessons.Drug and drug abuse awareness.Employability, build confidence, competence in employment.Relieving poverty.Hate Crime Awareness.Social inclusion.Drama productionsParenting |
£79,089 |
| THE DAWLISH MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY [Charity number: 1075119] Provision of musical - singing, dancing, acting - performances for public education and entertainment. Shows put on twice yearly at a local theatre. |
£18,203 |
| SLAITHWAITE MOONRAKING FESTIVAL [Charity number: 1145370] Our aim is to advance the education of the general public living in Kirklees (particularly in the township of Slaithwaite) by promoting activities including artistic exhibitions, performances of music, drama and story telling, multimedia crafts and lantern making. We also stage celebratory festival of Lanterns and Storytelling in Slaithwaite on a regular basis. |
£1,505 |
