| Formation | 1976 (by the Theatres Trust Act 1976) |
|---|---|
| Legal status | National Advisory Public Body |
| Purpose | To offer guidance and advice relating to planning, heritage, regeneration and development, architecture and design which concern theatres. |
| Headquarters | The Theatres Trust 22 Charing Cross Road London WC2H 0QL United Kingdom |
Revenue | From The Theatres Trust Charitable Fund |
The Theatres Trust is the National Advisory Public Body for Theatres in the United Kingdom.[1] It was founded in 1976 by an Act of Parliament to "promote the better protection of theatres for the benefit of the nation". The Trust has played a leading role in protecting theatre buildings for the duration of its history. It provides specialist advice to a variety of stakeholders throughout Britain to assist with the promotion and preservation of theatre buildings. The Trust's central aim is to "ensure that current and future generations have access to good quality theatres that reflect our cultural life and offer inspiring places to enjoy theatre". The Trust also holds historical and architectural records of many theatre buildings throughout the United Kingdom, which is made available online as part of a "Theatres Database".[2]
The Trust is administered by The Theatres Trust Charitable Fund, a registered charity under English law.[3]