BLACKPOOL OPERATIC PLAYERS
To produce and perform annual Musical Stage Productions in local theatres. Those performing are all volunteers, although the Production team, (i.e. Producer, Choreographer and Musical Director) and all members of the orchestra are paid.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the society's total available funds were £54,795.52, comprising a Treasurer’s Account of £38,510.48 and a Savings Account of £16,289.03. The filing notes that the society has emerged 'stronger and more financially protected' despite challenges with ticket sales and rising production costs. No formal annual accounts were presented at the meeting due to external accounting delays.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Danny Hickeschair
- CHRIS THORNTON
- GILLIAN LEE
- JANE FRANCE SEDDON
- JOHN CHESTERS
- KAREN LESLEY-ANNE GRAY
- Marian J CHESTERS
- NIGEL TAYLOR
- Sheila Harris
- Toni Forshaw
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £58k | £56k |
| 31/08/2024 | £73k | £70k |
| 31/08/2023 | £101k | £81k |
| 31/08/2022 | £85k | £76k |
| 31/08/2021 | £11 | £29 |
Common questions
Is BLACKPOOL OPERATIC PLAYERS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the society's total available funds were £54,795.52, comprising a Treasurer’s Account of £38,510.48 and a Savings Account of £16,289.03. The filing notes that the society has emerged 'stronger and more financially protected' despite challenges with ticket sales and rising production costs. No formal annual accounts were presented at the meeting due to external accounting delays.