DRAMA EXPRESS
Opportunities for children and young people with complex disabilities to access and participate in a regular programme of drama based activities.Empowers to develop skills in the performing arts creating a greater trust in others and oneself, enhance social skills, better body and voice awareness and the promotion of imagination, play and creativityDelivers frequent productions within community
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that Drama Express CIO reported a net movement in funds of £12,913 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total funds carried forward of £77,662. The charity's gross income did not exceed £250,000, and the independent examiner confirmed no material matters came to attention that would prevent a proper understanding of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Maria Cliften Daychair
- Karen Bryan
- Sarah Mackean
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £52k | £62k |
| 31/03/2024 | £44k | £45k |
| 31/03/2023 | £39k | £35k |
| 31/03/2022 | £32k | £40k |
| 31/03/2021 | £63k | £14k |
Common questions
Is DRAMA EXPRESS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that Drama Express CIO reported a net movement in funds of £12,913 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in total funds carried forward of £77,662. The charity's gross income did not exceed £250,000, and the independent examiner confirmed no material matters came to attention that would prevent a proper understanding of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds DRAMA EXPRESS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DRAMA EXPRESS as a grant recipient include THE STEVEN BLOCH IMAGE OF DISABILITY CHARITABLE TRUST, DUCHY HEALTH CHARITY LIMITED, THE PIERREPONT TRUST, THE MICHAEL MARKS CHARITABLE TRUST, MARIA BJORNSON MEMORIAL FUND.
Known funders
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport England | 20/03/2026 | £14k | Inclusive Movement for Young People |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 30/01/2025 | £7k | Isles of Scilly Drama Workshop Programme-Phase Two |
| Sport England | 03/01/2025 | £14k | Dance for young people with SEND |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 06/01/2023 | £3k | Drama Express Specialist Workshop Programme |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 19/08/2021 | £2k | Drama Express Specialist Workshop Programme |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 22/04/2020 | £850 | Drama Express Virtual Activities Programme |