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Registered charity · No. 1208674CIO105 Hornsey Lane

Shakespeare in Music

Shakespeare in Music is a registered charity in England & Wales working in arts/culture/heritage/science, based in 105 Hornsey Lane.

Quick answer

Shakespeare in Music is a registered charity (number 1208674) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £19,497 (year ending 2025-05-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

What are the key facts about Shakespeare in Music?

Registered charity number
1208674
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
CIO
Location
105 Hornsey Lane
Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31)
£19,497

What does Shakespeare in Music do?

SIM organises an annual Festival of Shakespeare in Music in Stratford-upon-Avon, close to the Bard's birthday 23 April. The Festival contains a dozen musical recitals - from Renaissance to Rap - as well as several educational talks on Shakespeare's musical legacy. SIM invites musicians at all stages of their career to perform in the Festival and appeals to audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

What causes is Shakespeare in Music registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Shakespeare in Music yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shakespeare in Music is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Shakespeare in Music a legitimate charity?
Yes. Shakespeare in Music is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1208674) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.
What is Shakespeare in Music's charity number?
Shakespeare in Music's charity number is 1208674. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1208674?
Search 1208674 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Shakespeare in Music do?
SIM organises an annual Festival of Shakespeare in Music in Stratford-upon-Avon, close to the Bard's birthday 23 April. The Festival contains a dozen musical recitals - from Renaissance to Rap - as well as several educational talks on Shakespeare's musical legacy. SIM invites musicians at all stages of their career to perform in the Festival and appeals to audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Does Shakespeare in Music have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shakespeare in Music. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Shakespeare in Music?
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Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.