Bridges Musical Theatre
Amateur musical theatre group providing affordable productions to the locality, and a weekly rehearsal / social meeting for those interested in singing and acting.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state a surplus for the year of £4,562, though the Treasurer notes a more accurate figure of £2,312 after accounting for outstanding bills. The charity maintains unrestricted reserves of £2,892, which is below the stated policy target of three months' operating costs. The trustees highlight a dependency on membership and ticket sales as a financial risk.
What the accounts disclose
“Our reserves policy is to maintain three months’ operating costs in reserve.”
“We are dependent on membership, ticket sales and other fundraising activities for funding which is an area of risk should member or audience numbers reduce significantly.” — page 6
Trustees
- Daniel Jason Curtischair
- Carol Martin
- Claire O'Neill
- Deborah Jane Raymond
- Emma Boyce
- GAIL THOMAS
- Jo Conlon
- Jo Hayes
- Lynne James
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £36k | £31k |
| 31/07/2024 | £22k | £28k |
| 31/07/2023 | £16k | £19k |
| 31/07/2022 | £22k | £27k |
| 31/07/2021 | £6k | £3k |
Common questions
Is Bridges Musical Theatre financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state a surplus for the year of £4,562, though the Treasurer notes a more accurate figure of £2,312 after accounting for outstanding bills. The charity maintains unrestricted reserves of £2,892, which is below the stated policy target of three months' operating costs. The trustees highlight a dependency on membership and ticket sales as a financial risk. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.