SHAKESPEARE LIVE
To promote the dramatic arts for the public benefit by producing high quality productions of plays from the Jacobean period and to advance education in all aspects of the performing arts,in particular but not exclusively for young people.Currently ,once a year, for one week we perform an outdoor production of Shakespeare at Lackham House Lacock Wiltshire.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that Shakespeare Live turned a profit in 2025, with unrestricted reserves increasing by £2,336.43 to a closing balance of £22,378.73. The trustees report that both the summer show and autumn tour generated surpluses, covering all operating costs. However, the treasurer notes that fixed costs and infrastructure expenses are expected to increase in the coming year.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Sarah Horrexchair
- Andrew Cork
- DAVID JOHN MORRELL
- Elizabeth Jane Isabel Hume
- GILL MORRELL
- GRAHAM FORESTER-PATON
- Jeremy Fowlds
- Jude Bucklow
- Kerensa McCondach
- PENNY CLEGG
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £29k | £27k |
| 31/10/2024 | £25k | £29k |
| 31/10/2023 | £31k | £28k |
| 31/10/2022 | £28k | £26k |
| 31/10/2021 | £29k | £25k |
Common questions
Is SHAKESPEARE LIVE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that Shakespeare Live turned a profit in 2025, with unrestricted reserves increasing by £2,336.43 to a closing balance of £22,378.73. The trustees report that both the summer show and autumn tour generated surpluses, covering all operating costs. However, the treasurer notes that fixed costs and infrastructure expenses are expected to increase in the coming year.