THE DRURY LANE THEATRICAL FUND
The DLTF was established to help members who have worked at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, either as performers or stage management. Payments are made on their age, retirement or on ceasing work through ill-health or accident. Other grants may be made at the directors discretion.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a small deficit of £355 before investment gains, resulting in a net movement in funds of £195,251 due to significant investment gains. Total unrestricted funds increased to £2,116,233, which the trustees consider adequate to meet current and projected benefits payable based on actuarial advice. The charity does not have a stated reserves policy target but maintains sufficient resources to continue its operations.
What the accounts disclose
“The Fund aims to maintain reserves adequate to meet current and projected benefits payable, in accordance with the actuarial valuation and the advice of the investment managers.” — page 14
“The Secretary Mr Paul Hegarty received a salary of £4,000 (2024 £2,000). In addition the Treasurer Mr Michael Lessiter received a salary of £4,000 (2024 £4,000).” — page 14
“During the year to 31st January 2025, the following Directors paid subscription at the prescribed rate to the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mrs Miranda Fellows, Mr Michael Lessiter, Mr David Heath, Mr Stephen Burnett, Mr Paul Hegarty, Ms Samantha Hunter, Mr Ian Stephenson, Miss Petra Siniawski, Mr James Meek, Mr Graham Bickley, Mr Peter Robertson and Mrs Jennie Walton.” — page 14
“In addition the following Directors received annuities at the agreed rate from the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mr David Heath and Mr Graham Bickley.” — page 14
“During the year to 31st January 2025, the following Directors paid subscription at the prescribed rate to the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mrs Miranda Fellows, Mr Michael Lessiter, Mr David Heath, Mr Stephen Burnett, Mr Paul Hegarty, Ms Samantha Hunter, Mr Ian Stephenson, Miss Petra Siniawski, Mr James Meek, Mr Graham Bickley, Mr Peter Robertson and Mrs Jennie Walton.” — page 14
“In addition the following Directors received annuities at the agreed rate from the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mr David Heath and Mr Graham Bickley.” — page 14
“During the year to 31st January 2025, the following Directors paid subscription at the prescribed rate to the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mrs Miranda Fellows, Mr Michael Lessiter, Mr David Heath, Mr Stephen Burnett, Mr Paul Hegarty, Ms Samantha Hunter, Mr Ian Stephenson, Miss Petra Siniawski, Mr James Meek, Mr Graham Bickley, Mr Peter Robertson and Mrs Jennie Walton.” — page 14
“In addition the following Directors received annuities at the agreed rate from the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mr David Heath and Mr Graham Bickley.” — page 14
“During the year to 31st January 2025, the following Directors paid subscription at the prescribed rate to the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mrs Miranda Fellows, Mr Michael Lessiter, Mr David Heath, Mr Stephen Burnett, Mr Paul Hegarty, Ms Samantha Hunter, Mr Ian Stephenson, Miss Petra Siniawski, Mr James Meek, Mr Graham Bickley, Mr Peter Robertson and Mrs Jennie Walton.” — page 14
“In addition the following Directors received annuities at the agreed rate from the Fund, being the Master Mr Nick Bromley, Mr David Heath and Mr Graham Bickley.” — page 14
Trustees
- MR NICK BROMLEYchair
- GRAHAM JOHN BICKLEY
- IAN STEPHENSON
- JENNIFER BISSET
- James Patrick Meek
- MICHAEL FREEMAN
- MIRANDA JANE FELLOWS
- PAUL DESMOND HEGARTY
- PETER ROBERTSON
- PETRA SONIA SINIAWSKI-GRIDLEY
- STEPHEN BURNETT
- Samantha Hunter
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2026 | £65k | £87k |
| 31/01/2025 | £79k | £79k |
| 31/01/2024 | £69k | £69k |
| 31/01/2023 | £66k | £50k |
| 31/01/2022 | £67k | £68k |
Common questions
Is THE DRURY LANE THEATRICAL FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a small deficit of £355 before investment gains, resulting in a net movement in funds of £195,251 due to significant investment gains. Total unrestricted funds increased to £2,116,233, which the trustees consider adequate to meet current and projected benefits payable based on actuarial advice. The charity does not have a stated reserves policy target but maintains sufficient resources to continue its operations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE DRURY LANE THEATRICAL FUND?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE DRURY LANE THEATRICAL FUND as a grant recipient include ACTING FOR OTHERS.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACTING FOR OTHERS | FY2025 | £7k |