--- title: "Theatre Nation — check charity number 1184918 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Theatre Nation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1184918. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Hastings. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/theatre-nation retrieved: 2026-08-28T17:20:51.951Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Theatre Nation is a registered charity (number 1184918) 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 £62,478 (year ending 2023-01-31). 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 Theatre Nation? Registered charity number 1184918 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Hastings Latest income (year ending 2023-01-31) £62,478 Website [theatrenation.org](http://theatrenation.org/) ## What does Theatre Nation do? TO ADVANCE THE DRAMATIC ARTS FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT AND THE ARTISTIC APPRECIATION AND EDUCATION OF THE DRAMATIC ARTS BY DEVELOPING AND DELIVERING THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES AND WORKSHOPS TO VENUES AND FESTIVALS THROUGHOUT THE UK AND BY PROMOTING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN PARTICULAR, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, TO YOUNG PEOPLE AND THOSE WITH LIMITED ACCESS TO ARTISTIC ACTIVITY TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ## What causes is Theatre Nation registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Theatre Nation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Theatre Nation 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=theatre-nation&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://theatrenation.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Theatre Nation a legitimate charity? Yes. Theatre Nation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1184918) 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 Theatre Nation's charity number? Theatre Nation's charity number is 1184918. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1184918? Search 1184918 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 Theatre Nation do? TO ADVANCE THE DRAMATIC ARTS FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT AND THE ARTISTIC APPRECIATION AND EDUCATION OF THE DRAMATIC ARTS BY DEVELOPING AND DELIVERING THEATRICAL PERFORMANCES AND WORKSHOPS TO VENUES AND FESTIVALS THROUGHOUT THE UK AND BY PROMOTING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN PARTICULAR, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, TO YOUNG PEOPLE AND THOSE WITH LIMITED ACCESS TO ARTISTIC ACTIVITY TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE Does Theatre Nation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Theatre Nation. 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 Theatre Nation? Theatre Nation's website is http://theatrenation.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1184918).