HALF MOON YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE LIMITED
Half Moon focuses on work for and with young people from 0 to 18. The work is inclusive and accessible for all. The company has two main thrusts of activity:- producing and presenting professional theatre at the base, in venues and in youth and schools settings - providing an extensive participatory programme including youth theatres, school and community projects.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the year with an in-year deficit of £52,987, which was supported by unrestricted reserves. The trustees report that the organization is in a stable position with good cash flow and no outstanding debt repayments, although they note a downward trend in grant income from trusts and foundations.
What the accounts disclose
“One employee earned £60,000 or more during the year (2024 - two).” — page 31
“One employee earned £60,000 or more during the year (2024 - two).” — page 31
“The target level for the Designated Reserve is £70,000. This figure comprises an estimated £45,000, equivalent to three months’ support costs and an additional £25,000 allocated for discretionary or unplanned expenditure.” — page 12
“Trustees made a total of £1,096 (2024: £2,200) donations during the year.” — page 37
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (15/12/2020)
Trustees
- Benjamin Joneschair
- Alona Domnina
- Asma Jhina
- DAWN HARRISON-WALLACE
- Dr Kate Dorney
- Nutan Claire Velji
- Taleebah Sankofa
- Taruna Bhagtani
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £830k | £883k |
| 31/03/2024 | £831k | £823k |
| 31/03/2023 | £842k | £890k |
| 31/03/2022 | £897k | £826k |
| 31/03/2021 | £715k | £666k |
Common questions
Is HALF MOON YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the year with an in-year deficit of £52,987, which was supported by unrestricted reserves. The trustees report that the organization is in a stable position with good cash flow and no outstanding debt repayments, although they note a downward trend in grant income from trusts and foundations. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Breckman & Company Ltd.
What does the highest-paid employee of HALF MOON YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE LIMITED earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the more than £60,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.
Who funds HALF MOON YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE LIMITED?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HALF MOON YOUNG PEOPLE'S THEATRE LIMITED as a grant recipient include THE ALDGATE AND ALLHALLOWS FOUNDATION, The Merchant Taylors' Foundation, EAST END COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, CHARLES S FRENCH CHARITABLE TRUST, CHAPMAN CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ALDGATE AND ALLHALLOWS FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £14k | Speech Bubbles in four Tower Hamlets schools |
| The Merchant Taylors' Foundation | FY2022 | £7k | Small Grants Scheme |
| EAST END COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £7k | |
| EAST END COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £7k | Creative Play |
| EAST END COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £5k | Creative Play sessions |
| CHARLES S FRENCH CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £5k | |
| EAST END COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £3k | Skills and employment project for young people |
| CHAPMAN CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £2k | |
| Newcomen Collett Educational Foundation | FY2023 | £1k | Other Grants |
| THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST | FY2022 | £1k | Quarterly Grants for Institutions - Round One - The Arts Early Career Projects |
| Newcomen Collett Educational Foundation | FY2022 | £1k | Projects/Equipment |
| THE BUZZACOTT STUART DEFRIES MEMORIAL FUND | FY2025 | £500 | |
| GRANGE FARM CENTRE | FY2025 | — |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Bridge Foundation | 02/08/2023 | £139k | Grant to Half Moon Young People's Theatre Ltd |
| City Bridge Foundation | 03/10/2022 | £3k | Eco audit to Half Moon Young People's Theatre Ltd |
| City Bridge Foundation | 05/07/2022 | £2k | Grant to Half Moon Young People's Theatre Ltd |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 04/12/2019 | £37k | "Exploration 1990" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 10/01/2018 | £20k | "Playful Heritage – exploring social activities undertaken by young people in the East End" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 04/08/2015 | £46k | "Stages of Half Moon" |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 09/07/2014 | £10k | "Limehouse Landmark - celebrating the many stages of Half Moon's home" |
| City Bridge Foundation | 07/05/2009 | £100k | Grant to Half Moon Young People's Theatre Ltd |