ARDENT THEATRE COMPANY
Registered charity 1161320 · accounts filings on the Charity Commission register
We are committed to producing theatre that speaks about the world we live in; both newly commissioned writing and established text with a contemporary relevance. We also support the careers of recently trained artists, from outside London, to address some of the barriers that prevent them entering the industry.
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Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £26,775 for the year ended 31 March 2025, a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit, driven by reduced charitable activity costs. Total funds carried forward increased to £91,606, with unrestricted reserves standing at £31,608 against a designated fund of £25,000. The trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
Automated summary of the FY2025 accounts; the evidenced findings below carry the verbatim passages.
What the accounts disclose
Reserves policy: 3 months operating costs plus 10% (held: £32k)
“The policy is to maintain a reserve fund equivalent to 3 months operating costs plus 10%. The trustees have designated an additional £25,000 to be held in unrestricted reserves to mitigate potential annual cash flow risks.” — page 10
Per its FY2025 accounts as filed with the Charity Commission.
Accounts independently examined (not a full audit). Discloses 5 of 6 completeness components.
Public fundraising profile: JustGiving — Ardent Theatre Company (matched by registered charity number).
Funders the charity credits
Named as funders/supporters on the charity’s own website (the charity’s claim, distinct from accounts-verified grants).
- The Backstage Trust — “every donation to Ardent through The Big Give will be matched £1-for-£1 by The Backstage Trust — doubling your impact instantly.” (source page)
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- David Richard Harrischair · trustee of 1 other charity
- Chama Kaala Aimable-Kapumpa
- Daniel Mark Sellick
- Georgina May Pacifico
- Juliet Louise Knight
- Thomas Jack Mason
Trustee list from the Charity Commission register (current, not historical).
Operates in: Throughout London
Income and spending
Common questions
Is ARDENT THEATRE COMPANY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £26,775 for the year ended 31 March 2025, a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit, driven by reduced charitable activity costs. Total funds carried forward increased to £91,606, with unrestricted reserves standing at £31,608 against a designated fund of £25,000. The trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds ARDENT THEATRE COMPANY?
Funders whose own accounts filings name ARDENT THEATRE COMPANY as a grant recipient include PAUL HAMLYN FOUNDATION, THE FENTON ARTS TRUST, THE GROCERS' CHARITY, CHAPMAN CHARITABLE TRUST, KATIE BRADFORD ARTS TRUST.
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