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2020-12-31-accounts

Management Committee Attendances for 2020— 12 meetings held

Dear Member

It seems a very long time since I was required to write a Secretary’s report, even though it is only twelve months.

What a year 2020 was! It started well enough at Wigan Little Theatre with a sell-out pantomime and a successful Shakespeare – Twelfth Night – ending on 7[th] March. But then, so many dreadful things happened around the world. The worst of them all was the Covid pandemic, a virus which swept the globe and killed millions of people. By the 16[th ] March, all nonessential contact and travel were banned and our theatre was subsequently closed down on the 23[rd] March for the first lockdown.

Four plays had been in rehearsal – “Alice in Wonderland”, “Teechers”, “Thrill of Love” and “Our House” – all of which had to be completely cancelled. Sadly, the Youth Group had to abandon their show immediately after the dress rehearsal. I have it on very good authority that it is a pitiful sight to see an empty theatre with the stage set, props in the wings and costumes hanging in the dressing rooms.

In spite of the lockdown, the Executive have held monthly meetings (despite the fact that there is often noting to report!) and PSCC have been, and still are, reading plays to create a great season in readiness for our re-opening.

We are looking forward to our return to ’normality’, whatever that may be, and we hope to see you again soon.

I commend this report to you.

Pat Hall Acting Secretary

Name Possible Actual
attendances attendances
Armstrong, Christine 3 3
Brogan, Neil 3 2
Davis, Katie 3 3
Dawson, Paul 3 3
Dawson, Tracey 3 3
Delaney, Elaine 3 1
Delaney, Brendan 1 1
DonBavand, Linda 3 2
Hall, Peter 12 12
Hall, Pat 12 12
Haywood, Tara 3 3
Holme, Richard 3 2
Meadows, Mel 3 3
Schofield, Maureen 3 3
Shaw, Ryan 12 10
Woolley, Anne 12 12

Productions 2020 - Auditorium capacity 230

Show title Dates Nights Seats
sold %
Jack and the Beanstalk 9 – 25thJanuary 15 3,384 97%
Twelfth Night 26thFeb – 7thMarch 10 1,695 74%
Totals: 2019 85 15,408
79%
Totals: 2020 25 5,098 80%

Officers and Trustees as at 31st December 2020

President: Mrs. M. Kinley Vice Presidents: Mr. S. Fellows, Mr J Dean, Mrs. M. Finch , Mr. W. Collins Chairman: Mr. R. Shaw Deputy Chairman: Mrs. A. Woolley Secretary: Mrs. P. Hall ( acting ) Treasurer: Mr. P. J. Hall Business Manager: Mr. R. Holme Bar Manager: Vacant

Management Committee Members and Trustees

Mesdames: L. DonBavand, E. Delaney, M. Schofield, T. Dawson, C. Armstrong, M. Meadows, K. Davis, T. Haywood Messrs: N. Brogan

Membership as at 31st December 2020

Life members: 98 Adult members: 70 Senior members: 47 Honorary members: 10 Junior: 79 Unwaged: 30 Total: 334

– ’ WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE SECRETARY S ANNUAL REPORT

Report to the 31st December 2020 for the 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Dear Member,

I am pleased to present this report on the activities of Wigan Little Theatre during 2020, as required under the rules of Wigan Little Theatre (WLT).

In order to prepare for the forthcoming season, nominations and motions will be taken at the AGM to be approved by the membership. Nominations can be put forward for any of the electable positions in the theatre, i.e. Executive Committee, Bar and Business Managers, and trustee members of the Management Committee, including those already standing. The Management Committee will meet twelve days before the AGM to consider any nominations and motions, which need to be submitted to the Secretary in writing not later than noon on that day.

An Agenda paper stating names of all nominees and any proposed motions to the AGM will subsequently be forwarded to all fully paid up members.

A nominations form will be sent with the AGM date notification..

PLEASE NOTE:- Because of the enforced closure due to Covid restrictions, all membership subscriptions for 2021 have been waived.

Admission to the AGM will be by Agenda paper only .

Sub-committee leaders as at 31st December 2020

Bar: Vacant Business Manager: Mr. R. Holme Confectionery Sales: Mr. J. and Mrs. M. Naughton Social activities: Mrs. T. Dawson House Maintenance: Mr. J. Churnside Properties: Mrs. E. Delaney Membership: Miss M. Schofield PSCC: Mr. M. Green Publicity: Mrs. A. Woolley Front of House: Mrs. T. Dawson Technical: Vacant Security: Mr. R. Shaw Wardrobe: Ms. S. Vernon

If you wish to make a nomination or submit a motion, please note the following:

Nominations

Motions All motions must be submitted by a proposer and a seconder who are fully paid up members of WLT.

Play Selection and Casting Committee (PSCC)

Charity Registration No. 251806

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trustees Mr P Dawson
Mrs A Woolley
Mrs T Dawson
Mrs M Finch
P Hall
S Fellows
Ms E Delaney
Mrs M Kinley
Miss M Schofield
R Shaw
Mrs L Donbavand
J Dean
Mrs P Hall
Mr N Brogan
Mr W Collins
Mr R Holme
Mrs C Armstrong
Miss M Meadows
Mrs K Davies
Miss T Haywood
Charity number 251806
Principal address 44 Crompton Street
Wigan
Lancashire
England
WN1 3SL
Independent examiner HullJady
41 Bridgeman Terrace
Wigan
Lancashire
United Kingdom
WN1 1TT

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

CONTENTS

Page
Trustees report 1 - 2
Independent examiner's report 3
Statement of financial activities 4
Balance sheet 5
Notes to the financial statements 6 - 14

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

TRUSTEES REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

The trustees present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2020.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)".

Objectives and activities

P ursuant to the Friendly Societies Act 1896 and the special authority of 3 July 1878 , the objectives are to promot e education in the fine arts amongst members of the public and, in particular to increas e the appreciation and understanding amongst members of the public of the arts of drama, mime, dance, singing and music by the establishment of a permanent theatre in Wigan, the production and presentation of plays of merit and the organisation and presentation of lectures and readings.

Wigan Little Theatre fulfils a vital role on the local Arts scene. We own, operate and maintain the only independent, selfsufficient live theatre in the borough of Wigan and Leigh. After over seventy seasons of successful productions, we continue to deliver quality entertainment utilizing local talent - experienced or not - on an entirely voluntary basis.

Achievements and performance

During the year to 31 December 2020, Wigan Little Theatre staged just two full productions which were financed entirely from ticket sales.

Covid 19 restrictions forced us to close the doors in March for the remainder of the year. In spite of the Committee’s efforts to plan a revised schedule of productions in the latter part of the year, these were thwarted by further Covid lockdowns in the autumn of 2020.

Financial review

The closure of the building in March 2020 decimated the theatre’s core income for 2020 which has inevitably resulted in a trading loss for the year of £28,280

This has resulted in a decrease in the Charity's assets including its bank balance at 31 December 20 20.

Without government grants and extremely generous donations from our wonderful patrons, this loss would have been far worse. Financial reserves built up over previous years will ensure the survival of Wigan Little Theatre for the foreseeable future.

It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure. The trustees considers that reserves at this level will ensure that, in the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able to continue the charity’s current activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. This level of reserves has been maintained throughout the year.

The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

TRUSTEES REPORT (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

At the time of writing, our lovely theatre is still ‘dark’, but, fingers crossed, we will soon be able to return to ‘business as usual’. As the social distancing restrictions and vaccination programme have now begun to take effect, hopefully, before the year is out, we will once again be able to entertain our loyal audience and members.

Structure, governance and management

The charity is controlled by its governing document, The Rules of Wigan Little Theatre, amended February 1967, May 1972 and January 2001 and constitutes an unincorporated charity.

The trustees who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were: Mr P Dawson

Mrs A Woolley Mrs T Dawson Mrs M Finch Mr B Delaney (Retired 17 February 2020) P Hall S Fellows Ms E Delaney Mrs M Kinley Miss M Schofield R Shaw Mrs L Donbavand J Dean Mrs P Hall Mr N Brogan Mr W Collins Mr R Holme Mrs C Armstrong Miss M Meadows Mrs K Davies Miss T Haywood

The trustees who served during the year and since the year end are set on page 2. Trustees are appointed each year at the Annual General Meeting and are selected to provide the board with a wide range of expertise and experience .

The trustees meet on a monthly basis throughout the year. There is an annual general meeting and extraordinary general meetings are held if required.

The trustees r eport was approved by the Board of Trustees.

P Hall

Trustee Dated: 7 May 2021

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Wigan Little Theatre (the charity) for the year ended 31 December 2020.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.

I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act . In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

Your attention is drawn to the fact that the charity has prepared financial statements in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) in preference to the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the extant regulations but has now been withdrawn.

I understand that this has been done in order for financial statements to provide a true and fair view in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.

Clare Jady FCA

HullJady

41 Bridgeman Terrace Wigan Lancashire WN1 1TT United Kingdom

Dated: 7 May 2021

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
Notes £ £
Income from:
Donations and legacies 3 39,466 3,320
Charitable activities 4 25,471 169,262
Other trading activities 5 12,188 38,973
Investments 6 169 283
Total income 77,294 211,838
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities 7 105,574 204,696
Net (expenditure)/income for the year/
Net movement in funds (28,280) 7,142
Fund balances at 1 January 2020 678,747 671,606
Fund balances at 31 December 2020 650,467 678,748

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2020

Notes
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
11
Current assets
Stocks
12
Debtors
13
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: amounts falling due within one
year
14
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
Income funds
Unrestricted funds
2020
£
1,226
7,158
144,363
152,747
(15,727)
£
513,447
137,020
650,467
650,467
650,467
2019
£
2,667
8,847
182,828
194,342
(49,374)
£
533,780
144,968
678,748
678,748
678,748

The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 7 May 2021

P Hall Trustee

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

1 Accounting policies

1.1 Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's [governing document], the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.

The financial statements have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a true and fair view. This departure has involved following the Statement of Recommended Practice for charities applying FRS 102 rather than the version of the Statement of Recommended Practice which is referred to in the Regulations but which has since been withdrawn.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling , which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary a mounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2 Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3 Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.

1.4 Income

Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.

1.5 Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources .

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

Governance costs are those incurred in connection with administration of the charity and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements.

1.6 Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Freehold land and buildings 2.5% Reducing Balance Plant and equipment 15% Reducing Balance Fixtures and fittings 15% Reducing Balance CCTV 15% Reducing Balance Heating System 15% Reducing Balance

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in net income/(expenditure) for the year.

1.7 Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any ) .

1.8 Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell . Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition. Items held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured the lower of replacement cost and cost.

Net realisable value is the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.

1.9 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.10 Financial instruments

The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future p aymen ts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

1.11 Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities .

Irrecoverable vat

The irrecoverable VAT is apportioned on a pro-rata percentage basis and added back to individual expense items.

1.12 Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

3 Donations and legacies
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
£ £
Donations and gifts 16,107 1,522
Government Covid Grants 22,229 -
Membership fees 1,130 1,798
39,466 3,320
4 Charitable activities
Charitable Charitable
Income Income
2020 2019
£ £
Production ticket sales 25,471 169,262
5 Other trading activities
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
£ £
Bar & kiosk sales 12,188 38,973
6 Investments
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
£ £
Interest receivable 169 283

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

7 Charitable activities

Charitable Charitable
Expenditure Expenditure
2020 2019
£ £
Production costs 11,702 51,368
Bar trading 6,226 18,728
Sweets & ices 1,550 4,748
Box office 5,256 10,399
24,734 85,243
Share of support costs (see note 8) 76,345 113,502
Share of governance costs (see note 8) 4,495 5,951
105,574 204,696

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

8
Support costs
Support costs
Governance
costs
£
£
Staff costs
12,990
-
Depreciation
20,333
-
Rates & water
1,852
-
Insurance
10,471
-
Light & heat
10,923
-
Telephone
2,973
-
Printing, postage &
stationery
2,806
-
Sundries
53
-
Repairs & renewals
8,109
-
Cleaning
802
-
CCTV & security
2,984
-
Bank charges
2,049
-
Accountancy
-
4,495
76,345
4,495
Analysed between
Charitable activities
76,345
4,495
2020Support costs
Governance
costs
£
£
£
12,990
12,990
-
20,333
22,119
-
1,852
4,219
-
10,471
10,375
-
10,923
19,205
-
2,973
6,328
-
2,806
13,005
-
53
914
-
8,109
13,492
-
802
2,143
-
2,984
4,589
-
2,049
4,123
-
4,495
-
5,951
80,840
113,502
5,951
80,840
113,502
5,951
2019
£
12,990
22,119
4,219
10,375
19,205
6,328
13,005
914
13,492
2,143
4,589
4,123
5,951
119,453
119,453

Governance costs includes payments to the Independent Examiners of £ 3,000 (2019- £ 3,000 ) for independent examination fees.

9 Trustees

None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.

10 Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

Cleaners
Caretaker
Total
2020
Number
2
1
3
2019
Number
2
1
3

Employment costs

2020 2019

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

10
Employees
Wages and salaries
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was £60,000 or more.
(Continued)
£
£
12,990
12,990
(Continued)
£
£
12,990
12,990

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

11 Tangible fixed assets

Freehold land
and buildings
Plant and
equipment
Fixtures and
fittings
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 January 2020
617,740
58,935
117,779
At 31 December 2020
617,740
58,935
117,779
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 January 2020
139,865
30,520
95,980
Depreciation charged in the year
11,947
4,262
3,270
At 31 December 2020
151,812
34,782
99,250
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2020
465,928
24,153
18,529
At 31 December 2019
477,875
28,416
21,799
CCTV Heating System
£
£
8,454
10,381
8,454
10,381
6,679
6,466
266
587
6,945
7,053
1,509
3,328
1,775
3,915
Total
£
813,289
813,289
279,510
20,332
299,842
513,447
533,780

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

12
Stocks
Raw materials and consumables
13
Debtors
Amounts falling due within one year:
Other debtors
Prepayments and accrued income
14
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Notes
Deferred income
15
Trade creditors
Other creditors
Accruals and deferred income
15
Deferred income
Other deferred income
£14,722 - Ian McKellen Fund
2020
£
1,226
2020
£
540
6,618
7,158
2020
£
14,722
(1,095)
-
2,100
15,727
2020
£
14,722
2019
£
2,667
2019
£
1,393
7,454
8,847
2019
£
19,014
2,703
23,472
4,185
49,374
2019
£
19,014

16 Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2019 - none).

Charity Registration No. 251806

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trustees Mr P Dawson
Mrs A Woolley
Mrs T Dawson
Mrs M Finch
P Hall
S Fellows
Ms E Delaney
Mrs M Kinley
Miss M Schofield
R Shaw
Mrs L Donbavand
J Dean
Mrs P Hall
Mr N Brogan
Mr W Collins
Mr R Holme
Mrs C Armstrong
Miss M Meadows
Mrs K Davies
Miss T Haywood
Charity number 251806
Principal address 44 Crompton Street
Wigan
Lancashire
England
WN1 3SL
Independent examiner HullJady
41 Bridgeman Terrace
Wigan
Lancashire
United Kingdom
WN1 1TT

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

CONTENTS

Page
Trustees report 1 - 2
Independent examiner's report 3
Statement of financial activities 4
Balance sheet 5
Notes to the financial statements 6 - 14

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

TRUSTEES REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

The trustees present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2020.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)".

Objectives and activities

P ursuant to the Friendly Societies Act 1896 and the special authority of 3 July 1878 , the objectives are to promot e education in the fine arts amongst members of the public and, in particular to increas e the appreciation and understanding amongst members of the public of the arts of drama, mime, dance, singing and music by the establishment of a permanent theatre in Wigan, the production and presentation of plays of merit and the organisation and presentation of lectures and readings.

Wigan Little Theatre fulfils a vital role on the local Arts scene. We own, operate and maintain the only independent, selfsufficient live theatre in the borough of Wigan and Leigh. After over seventy seasons of successful productions, we continue to deliver quality entertainment utilizing local talent - experienced or not - on an entirely voluntary basis.

Achievements and performance

During the year to 31 December 2020, Wigan Little Theatre staged just two full productions which were financed entirely from ticket sales.

Covid 19 restrictions forced us to close the doors in March for the remainder of the year. In spite of the Committee’s efforts to plan a revised schedule of productions in the latter part of the year, these were thwarted by further Covid lockdowns in the autumn of 2020.

Financial review

The closure of the building in March 2020 decimated the theatre’s core income for 2020 which has inevitably resulted in a trading loss for the year of £28,280

This has resulted in a decrease in the Charity's assets including its bank balance at 31 December 20 20.

Without government grants and extremely generous donations from our wonderful patrons, this loss would have been far worse. Financial reserves built up over previous years will ensure the survival of Wigan Little Theatre for the foreseeable future.

It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure. The trustees considers that reserves at this level will ensure that, in the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able to continue the charity’s current activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. This level of reserves has been maintained throughout the year.

The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

TRUSTEES REPORT (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

At the time of writing, our lovely theatre is still ‘dark’, but, fingers crossed, we will soon be able to return to ‘business as usual’. As the social distancing restrictions and vaccination programme have now begun to take effect, hopefully, before the year is out, we will once again be able to entertain our loyal audience and members.

Structure, governance and management

The charity is controlled by its governing document, The Rules of Wigan Little Theatre, amended February 1967, May 1972 and January 2001 and constitutes an unincorporated charity.

The trustees who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were: Mr P Dawson

Mrs A Woolley Mrs T Dawson Mrs M Finch Mr B Delaney (Retired 17 February 2020) P Hall S Fellows Ms E Delaney Mrs M Kinley Miss M Schofield R Shaw Mrs L Donbavand J Dean Mrs P Hall Mr N Brogan Mr W Collins Mr R Holme Mrs C Armstrong Miss M Meadows Mrs K Davies Miss T Haywood

The trustees who served during the year and since the year end are set on page 2. Trustees are appointed each year at the Annual General Meeting and are selected to provide the board with a wide range of expertise and experience .

The trustees meet on a monthly basis throughout the year. There is an annual general meeting and extraordinary general meetings are held if required.

The trustees r eport was approved by the Board of Trustees.

P Hall

Trustee Dated: 7 May 2021

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Wigan Little Theatre (the charity) for the year ended 31 December 2020.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.

I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act . In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

Your attention is drawn to the fact that the charity has prepared financial statements in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) in preference to the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the extant regulations but has now been withdrawn.

I understand that this has been done in order for financial statements to provide a true and fair view in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.

Clare Jady FCA

HullJady

41 Bridgeman Terrace Wigan Lancashire WN1 1TT United Kingdom

Dated: 7 May 2021

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
Notes £ £
Income from:
Donations and legacies 3 39,466 3,320
Charitable activities 4 25,471 169,262
Other trading activities 5 12,188 38,973
Investments 6 169 283
Total income 77,294 211,838
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities 7 105,574 204,696
Net (expenditure)/income for the year/
Net movement in funds (28,280) 7,142
Fund balances at 1 January 2020 678,747 671,606
Fund balances at 31 December 2020 650,467 678,748

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2020

Notes
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
11
Current assets
Stocks
12
Debtors
13
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: amounts falling due within one
year
14
Net current assets
Total assets less current liabilities
Income funds
Unrestricted funds
2020
£
1,226
7,158
144,363
152,747
(15,727)
£
513,447
137,020
650,467
650,467
650,467
2019
£
2,667
8,847
182,828
194,342
(49,374)
£
533,780
144,968
678,748
678,748
678,748

The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 7 May 2021

P Hall Trustee

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

1 Accounting policies

1.1 Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's [governing document], the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.

The financial statements have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a true and fair view. This departure has involved following the Statement of Recommended Practice for charities applying FRS 102 rather than the version of the Statement of Recommended Practice which is referred to in the Regulations but which has since been withdrawn.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling , which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary a mounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2 Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3 Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.

1.4 Income

Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.

1.5 Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources .

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

Governance costs are those incurred in connection with administration of the charity and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements.

1.6 Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Freehold land and buildings 2.5% Reducing Balance Plant and equipment 15% Reducing Balance Fixtures and fittings 15% Reducing Balance CCTV 15% Reducing Balance Heating System 15% Reducing Balance

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in net income/(expenditure) for the year.

1.7 Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any ) .

1.8 Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell . Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition. Items held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured the lower of replacement cost and cost.

Net realisable value is the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.

1.9 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.10 Financial instruments

The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

1 Accounting policies

(Continued)

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future p aymen ts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

1.11 Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities .

Irrecoverable vat

The irrecoverable VAT is apportioned on a pro-rata percentage basis and added back to individual expense items.

1.12 Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

3 Donations and legacies
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
£ £
Donations and gifts 16,107 1,522
Government Covid Grants 22,229 -
Membership fees 1,130 1,798
39,466 3,320
4 Charitable activities
Charitable Charitable
Income Income
2020 2019
£ £
Production ticket sales 25,471 169,262
5 Other trading activities
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
£ £
Bar & kiosk sales 12,188 38,973
6 Investments
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2020 2019
£ £
Interest receivable 169 283

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

7 Charitable activities

Charitable Charitable
Expenditure Expenditure
2020 2019
£ £
Production costs 11,702 51,368
Bar trading 6,226 18,728
Sweets & ices 1,550 4,748
Box office 5,256 10,399
24,734 85,243
Share of support costs (see note 8) 76,345 113,502
Share of governance costs (see note 8) 4,495 5,951
105,574 204,696

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

8
Support costs
Support costs
Governance
costs
£
£
Staff costs
12,990
-
Depreciation
20,333
-
Rates & water
1,852
-
Insurance
10,471
-
Light & heat
10,923
-
Telephone
2,973
-
Printing, postage &
stationery
2,806
-
Sundries
53
-
Repairs & renewals
8,109
-
Cleaning
802
-
CCTV & security
2,984
-
Bank charges
2,049
-
Accountancy
-
4,495
76,345
4,495
Analysed between
Charitable activities
76,345
4,495
2020Support costs
Governance
costs
£
£
£
12,990
12,990
-
20,333
22,119
-
1,852
4,219
-
10,471
10,375
-
10,923
19,205
-
2,973
6,328
-
2,806
13,005
-
53
914
-
8,109
13,492
-
802
2,143
-
2,984
4,589
-
2,049
4,123
-
4,495
-
5,951
80,840
113,502
5,951
80,840
113,502
5,951
2019
£
12,990
22,119
4,219
10,375
19,205
6,328
13,005
914
13,492
2,143
4,589
4,123
5,951
119,453
119,453

Governance costs includes payments to the Independent Examiners of £ 3,000 (2019- £ 3,000 ) for independent examination fees.

9 Trustees

None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the charity during the year.

10 Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

Cleaners
Caretaker
Total
2020
Number
2
1
3
2019
Number
2
1
3

Employment costs

2020 2019

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

10
Employees
Wages and salaries
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was £60,000 or more.
(Continued)
£
£
12,990
12,990
(Continued)
£
£
12,990
12,990

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

11 Tangible fixed assets

Freehold land
and buildings
Plant and
equipment
Fixtures and
fittings
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 January 2020
617,740
58,935
117,779
At 31 December 2020
617,740
58,935
117,779
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 January 2020
139,865
30,520
95,980
Depreciation charged in the year
11,947
4,262
3,270
At 31 December 2020
151,812
34,782
99,250
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2020
465,928
24,153
18,529
At 31 December 2019
477,875
28,416
21,799
CCTV Heating System
£
£
8,454
10,381
8,454
10,381
6,679
6,466
266
587
6,945
7,053
1,509
3,328
1,775
3,915
Total
£
813,289
813,289
279,510
20,332
299,842
513,447
533,780

WIGAN LITTLE THEATRE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020

12
Stocks
Raw materials and consumables
13
Debtors
Amounts falling due within one year:
Other debtors
Prepayments and accrued income
14
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Notes
Deferred income
15
Trade creditors
Other creditors
Accruals and deferred income
15
Deferred income
Other deferred income
£14,722 - Ian McKellen Fund
2020
£
1,226
2020
£
540
6,618
7,158
2020
£
14,722
(1,095)
-
2,100
15,727
2020
£
14,722
2019
£
2,667
2019
£
1,393
7,454
8,847
2019
£
19,014
2,703
23,472
4,185
49,374
2019
£
19,014

16 Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2019 - none).