STARLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE
Youth Theatre for 10-18 yrs olds in the Loughborough / Charnwood area
Objects
TO ADVANCE IN LIFE AND HELP YOUNG PEOPLE AND CHILDREN AGED 10-18 YEARS THROUGH(A) THE PROVISION OF RECREATIONAL AND LEISURE TIME ACTIVITIES PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST OF SOCIAL WELFARE, DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THEIR CONDITIONS OF LIFE;(B) PROVIDING SUPPORT AND ACTIVITIES WHICH DEVELOP THEIR SKILLS, CAPACITIES AND CAPABILITIES TO ENABLE THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN SOCIETY AS MATURE AND RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained a strong financial position during the year, with unrestricted cash funds of £11,003 at the year-end. The trustees report confirms that despite higher show overhead costs, the society achieved technical equipment self-sufficiency through significant purchases and was awarded several grants. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to attention regarding the accounts' compliance with regulations.
What the accounts disclose
Policies the charity declares
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
From the charity’s annual return (Part A, self-declared)
Self-declared on the annual return for the financial year ending 31/07/2025
- Volunteers: 15
- Government income: £2,650 — grants £2,650 (2); 8% of the £33,291 total gross income on the same return
Self-declared on the annual return for the financial year ending 05/04/2024
- Volunteers: 15
Trustees
- CHRISTOPHER DIMELOWchair
- Annabel Banks
- Hazel Needham
- Joshua Hill
- Judy Barber
- Neil Brotherhood
- Rachel Ingham
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £33k | £34k |
| 05/04/2024 | £46k | £34k |
Common questions
Is STARLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained a strong financial position during the year, with unrestricted cash funds of £11,003 at the year-end. The trustees report confirms that despite higher show overhead costs, the society achieved technical equipment self-sufficiency through significant purchases and was awarded several grants. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to attention regarding the accounts' compliance with regulations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds STARLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name STARLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE as a grant recipient include DUMBRECK CHARITY.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUMBRECK CHARITY | FY2024 | £1k | Children’s Welfare |