THE GANTRY YOUTH THEATRE
We offer performance opportunities for ages 5 to 18, which include not only acting, but also participation in a socially creative experience, which fosters teamwork,confidence building and self-expression. Our weekly classes offer a mix of drama/musical theatre skills.There are two major productions annually, a Summer show and a Pantomime. Both members and non-members are invited to audition.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity delivered a surplus of £2,261 for the year ended 31 August 2025, despite facing cost-of-living pressures and rising overheads. The Chair's report confirms the organization remains financially stable and committed to its mission. An independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to attention regarding the accounts or accounting records.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Debra Jefferis
- Hayley Lashbrook
- Michelle Dewane
- Robert David Butler
- Ruth Brown
- Selina Fay Read
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £67k | £64k |
| 31/08/2024 | £63k | £54k |
| 31/08/2023 | £71k | £60k |
| 31/08/2022 | £63k | £59k |
| 31/08/2021 | £46k | £43k |
Common questions
Is THE GANTRY YOUTH THEATRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity delivered a surplus of £2,261 for the year ended 31 August 2025, despite facing cost-of-living pressures and rising overheads. The Chair's report confirms the organization remains financially stable and committed to its mission. An independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to attention regarding the accounts or accounting records. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 12/11/2004 | £5k | "The Youth Theatre Will Devise And Perform A New Play Focussing On The Age Of The Flying Boats In The 1920s And 30s. The Play Will Explore Th" |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 12/11/2004 | £5k | The Flying Boats Project |
| The National Lottery Heritage Fund | 02/12/1999 | £3k | "This group promotes drama and the performing arts for young people in Southampton and surrounds. They will commission a new piece of work wh" |