EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIErY
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

SHOWS PERFORMED
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Loves Labour's Lost
Income
Expenditure
Merry Wives of Windsor
Income
Expenditure
6.900
5,503
36,787
31,672
Profit
1,397
Profit
5,115
Habeas Corpus
Income
Expenditure
YEODS Matilda
Income
Expenditure
1,522
385
9,343
3,757
Profit
1,137
Profit
5,586
Kinky Boots
Income
Expenditure
36,373
26,675
Profit
9.698
SHOWS TOTAL
22,933
Other Income
Other Expenditure
13,443
19.840
ADMIN TOTAL
6,397
50cIFrY OVERALL
16,536

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIETY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
CONTENTS
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACtIVlTIES
BALANCE SHEET
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
7-10

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIErY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Information
Eastbourne Operatic and Dramatic Society 15 an incorporated association and is established by constitution.
Its is a registered charity No. 1171775
Address of Charity
The EODS Centre
96 Seaside
Eastbourne
East Sussex
Tel: 01323 729647
Trustees
The trustees of the charity are elected by the member5 and remain until such time as they decide to stand down
or new trustees are elected by the members.
Trustee s
Vacant
Louise Ware
Simon Howe
Chairman
Honorary General secretary
Honorary Treasurer
Committee Member5
Michael Shepherd
Claire Robinson
Nicholas Reynolds
Margaret Riddington
Malachi Jones
Mark Gurney
Jane Tingley
Mark Gurney
Membership Secretary
Production Manager
Production Manager
Young EODS
Marketing Manager
Booking Agent
General Member
Centre Manager
Bankers
National Westminster Bank
96 Terminus Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN213LX

TRUSTEE REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2024
The year began with the Society in a good financial p)sition and a varied and exciting programme
of shows and events to look forward to.
The first item on the Social agenda was our ever popular Quiz Night. Held on 20 January, the
event was well supported and as always, keenly contested. Thanks go to Bob Lester for once again
displaying his skills in organising the evening.
The f￿st production of the year was a bit of a departure in so much as we took Mr Shakespeare
indoors for a change and presented a Wmter production of one of his works. Loves Labour's Lost
was presented at The Royal Hippodrome Theatre from January 24 - 28 and attracted very good
audiences to see a highly talented c&st brAng the play to life. The audiences came in such good
numbers in fact that the production made a profit of £1,397.00. Thanks must go to Director Peter
Boon and his team for a masterful working of a very funny play.
The next production running from March 8 -1 O , brought us a little nearer home, Worthing to be
precise, when Director Val DOrn￿dY bmught the hilarious play, Habeas Corpus, to the EODS
Centre. Well done to all involved for your hard worl which was rewarded with full houses and a
profit of £1,137.
With hardly time to draw brea￿ we were back at the Hippodrome Theatre from IP - 20 April for
the wonderful musical Kinky Boots. How everyone managed to wall( and dance in bigh heeled
boots was a mirncle but somehow everyone achieved the challenge. Perforn]ed in front of large and
enthusiastic audiences this story of love, acceptance and self discovery, made a terrific profit of
£9.698.00. con￿atUlatIOnS and thanks go to Director Gareth Brighton and his team- thc lovely
Nom for her choreography and the ever gorgeous Uncle Oscar for his expertise &s Musical Director.
Plus, we must not forget everyone back stage who gave up their time to help in the production.
Saturday June 15 saw members of the Society gather, in all their fmery, at The Royal Eastbourne
Golf Club, to enjoy the EODS Annual Ball. Good forf good wine and good music from
Brotherhood ensured a wonderful time was had by all. Thank you Bob Lester for all your hard work
in organising the evening.
It was off to school from 13 - 14 July when we were introduced to a very clever little girl and the
formidable Miss Trunchbull as Young EODS pr¢sented the popular and endearing musical Matilda.
In class at the Library Theatre, this Roald Dahl MaSte￿ieCe proved a hit with the audiences who
came in large numbers to support the show. So large in fact that the production realised an excellent
profit of £5,586. Congratulations go to Director Lisa Waterhouse and team for producing such a
t￿TIfiC show. Thanks also to the arn]y of parents and helpers who did so much to SUp￿rt the
production.
Only l O sleeps later and we were in the world of Shakespeare again to witness some Merry Wives
of Windsor, teach a lesson to that naughty knight Sir John Falstaff. This production was not without
it's challenges, with three weeks to go before the opening nigbL our original Falstaff, Mike Barber,
had to withdraw due to ill health. Undaunted, Neil Russell stepped into the breach and gave an
excellent perfonnance. Talk about the show must go on. Full of larger than life characters and
brilliant comic moments, this Elizabethan situation comedy had the audiences Toaring with laughter
from start to finish. Perfornled from July 24 - 3 August in the Italian Gardens, our annual open
air production realised a profit of £5,115. A fitting tribute to the cast and membership for all their
enornious hard work and cojnmitment. An extra mention here for Ash Jones who designed and
built the excellent set and for Graeme Herber¢ costume master extraordinaire, who created the

amazing costumes.
Huge congratulations go to Director Peter Boon for a brilliant show and for his Visio￿ enthusiasm
and sheer hard work in bringing this famous play to life in such an inspired and original way.
th
In December, on the 17 to be precise. the EODS choir presented an evening of Carols at the Hydro
Hotel. This evening has become very much part of the Society year and is a highlight of the season
for many members and friends. It also contributes a gratefully received sum for the Society.
Well what a year. Every Production made a profit and the interest in the Society has grown to new
heights, as born out by the number of people wanting to be part of our shows. Nearly ninety
attended the first familiarisation evening for Kinky Boots and for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
(report next year), over sixty for each of the two Shakespeare plays and let's not forget the growth
and progress of Young EODS. Having this number of people auditioning for EODS shows is
fantastic and very encouraging for the future of the Society. Long may it continue.
While we are talking about our successes, I thiDk it only right to recognise the huge part our fonner
chairma￿ Peter Boon, has pIayed in the success of the Society and particulaTly in the success of the
Shakespeare productions. His enthusiasm, knowledge and love of the bard generated huge
excitement and motivated members of all ages and experience and persuaded them to get involve(L
even if they had never read a word of Shakespeare before. The offer he accepted to pursue a new
and unique opportunity was well deserved and we wish him all the very best wishes for the future.
And now. a little nod to past members who gave a final bow in 2024:_
To Glenda Ayres who for many years dressed hair and applied rnake up for cast members both male
and female and appeared herself in a number of productions. Hair stylisL n￿k¢ up expe¢ actress,
artist and beautiful person.
To Ruth Shand, fornier Society Gen¢r&l Secretary, Committee member, actress, siJJger. props
Tnistress and member for over seventy years. Thank you for everything you did for the Society and
for the unforgettable after show parties. Legend.
To Anne Young. a bravura actress who acted in a number of plays. and had great stage presence and
comic timing. Kind and caring off stsge she was a tour de force on stage. Unforgettable.
And to Mike Barber, actOT. singer. all round great bloke and friend. Taken too soon but will be
remembered always. Genius.
2024 was a great year for EODS. With continued excellence on stage coupled with continued good
financial control we can look forward to hopefully repeating that success and achieving an even
more improved picture for the coming years.
Nicholas Reynolds

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIETY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES
I report on the accounts of Eastbourne Operatic and Dramatic Society for the year ended 31 December 2024,
which are set out on pages 5-9.
Respective responsiblllties of the trustees and independent examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an
audit is not required for this year (under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011) and that an independent
examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to-
la) examine the accounts (under section 145 la} of the 2011 Act)-
Ibl to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charities Commi55ion{under 145
15llbl of the Actl- and
Icl to state whether particular matters have come to my attention
Basis of the independent examlners report
My examination was carried out in accordance with General Directions given by the Charities Commission. An
examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the chartty and a comparison of the accounts
presented with these records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items of disclosures in the accounts,
and the seeking of explanations from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procures undertaken do not
provide all the evidence that would be requires in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether
the accounts present a "true and fair view" an the report is limited to those matter set out in the statement
below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination. no matter has come to my attention:
{alwhich give5 me reasonable cause to believe that, in any material respect. the requirements:
lil to keep accounting records in accordance with sertion 130 of the 2011 Act: and
lill to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting
requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met.. or
Ibl to which. in my opinion , attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding ofthe
accounts to be reached.
Name
Date:
0110312025

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIETY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTES
Total
Total
Note
General
31-Dec-24
3(kJun-23
Incoming Resources
Direct charitable attivites
Administration & general
Subscriptions
Investment income
Fundraising
90.925
6,708
1.495
1,512
3,728
90,925
6,708
1.495
1,512
3,728
114,362
15,538
3,470
1,404
5,419
Total incoming resources
104,368
104,368
140,193
Resources Used
Dirert charitable artivites
Administration & general
67.992
19,840
67,992
19,840
109,062
30,297
Total resources expended
87.832
87,832
139,359
Net Incoming/Outgoing Resouces
16,536
16,536
834
Balance b/f at 31st December 2023
Incoming Resources
Balance clf at 31 December2024
225,203
16,536
241,739
225,203
16,536
241.739
224,369
834
225,203

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIEtY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
BALANCE SHEET
Note
2024
2023
Fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets
Fixtures and fittings
160,000
560
160.000
560
160,560
160.560
Current assets
Debtors
Short term deposits
Cash at bank
7.283
4,026
75,351
60,617
82,634
64.643
Llabllities
Amounts falling due within one year
1,455
Net current assets
81,179
64.643
Total assets less current liabilftles
241.739
225,203
Liabilities
Amounts falling due after one year
Net assets
241.739
225,203
Funds
Unrestricted
io
241,739
225,203
241,739
225,203
Approved by the Board ofTrustees and signed on it behalf by
Simon Howe
Honorary Treasurer
Date..
3.02.J25 .

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIETY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
l Accounting policies
The financial accounts are prepared under the historical costs convention and in accordance with the applicable accounting
standards and recommended practice.
The society has taken advantage of the exeption under FRSI from the requirement to produce a cash flow f0￿caSt on the
grounds that tt qualifies as a small charity.
2 Income from dlrect charitable arti¥ites
Shows
2024
2023
Loves Labour s Lost
Habeas Corpus
Merry Wives of Windsor
YEODS Matilda
Kinky Boots
Much a Do AtK)ut Nothing
Half a Sixpence
Deadly Nightcap
A Winters Tale
ELF YEODS
Peter Pan YEODS
Concert 2023
45,392
20,566
978
38,051
5,215
3,028
1,132
1,522
36,787
9,343
36.373
90,925
114,362
3 Income from adminitration and Eeneral
Hlre of centre
Hire of costumes
Hire of equipment
6,708
15,488
50
6.708
15,538
4 Income from fundraising
Miscellaneous Income
Fundraising
Donations
Summer Ball 2024
Summer Ball June 2023
613
1,081
23
265
2,216
1,834
135
2,980
3.728
5,419
5 Expendtture on dirert charitable actlvites
Loves Labour'5 Lost
Habeas Corpus
Merry Wives of Windsor
YEODS Matilda
Kinky Boots
5.503
385
31.672
3,757
26,675
Much a Do About Nothing
HalF a Sixpence
Deadly Nightcap
A Winters Tale
ELF YEODS
Peter Pan YEODS
Concert 2023
38,337
28,117
445
36.840
2,679
1,998
646
67.992
109,062

EA5fBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIEtY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
NOTE5 TO THE ACCOUNTS CONTINUED
6 Expenditure on adminlstration and general
Advertising
Accountancy
Costumes & props
Donations
Insurance
Heat & light
Miscellaneous
Printing, postage & stationery
Professional fees
Social
Subscriptions
Rates
Cleaning and products
Centre professional expenses
Hydro Ball November 2022
Summer Ball June 2023
Summer Ball 2024
Internet and Website
200
200
40
6,810
6,519
4,669
80
319
4.397
6,969
122
774
245
793
432
770
361
755
3,162
2,800
2,482
1,927
2.￿5
433
173
19,840
30,297
7 Tangibe fixed assets
Freehold property- Cost or valuation
Balance b/f 31st December 2023
160.OCK)
160,000
Net book value at 31 December 2024
160,000
160,000
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
1.328
1,328
768
Net book value at 31 December 2024
560
560
8 Debtors
Prepayments
Sundry Debtors
Shows in Production
Accurals
7.241
42
2,298
1,728
7.283
4,026
9 Liabilitles falling due wlthln one year
Sundry Creditors
Accruals
Deferred income
1.455
1,455

EASTBOURNE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIErY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS CONTINUED
10 Movement of unrestricted funds
Balance as at 31st December 2023
225.203
Balance as at 30 June 2022
224,369
Net Incoming Resources
16.536
Net Incoming resources
834
Balance as at 31 December 2024
241,739
Balan￿ as at 31st December 2023
225,203