THE WOKING AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY
To educate the public in the operatic, dramatic and musical theatrical arts, to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves stood at £81,654.85, held to buffer against rising production costs and income fluctuations. The trustees noted that main cost drivers include increased theatre charges, licensing fees, and musician fees, which have outpaced ticket price increases. No material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern were disclosed.
What the accounts disclose
“WAOS MT holds reserves so that we can continue to deliver high-quality productions and meet our financial commitments even if income fluctuates (for example, where ticket sales are below forecast).”
Trustees
- Amanda Margaret Carey-McDermottchair
- David Jonathan Pound
- Emma Culley
- Martine Young
- Sharon Forsyth
- Sonia Clare Huntley-Robertson
- Sue Gaastra
- Victoria O'Mahoney
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/05/2025 | £46k | £42k |
| 31/05/2024 | £41k | £42k |
| 31/05/2023 | £15k | £45k |
| 31/05/2022 | £23k | £30k |
| 31/05/2021 | £116k | £3k |
Common questions
Is THE WOKING AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that free reserves stood at £81,654.85, held to buffer against rising production costs and income fluctuations. The trustees noted that main cost drivers include increased theatre charges, licensing fees, and musician fees, which have outpaced ticket price increases. No material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern were disclosed. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.