THE EGG IMPACT IMPACT 2024/25
The Egg Theatre is a pioneering space where children and young people discover the power of theatre. Each year, we present over 400 performances, run dynamic participation programmes, and champion accessibility through initiatives like Wonderfund. Guided by our 2022-27 Development Plan: If not now, then when, this report reflects our progress in:
- Artistic Excellence
- Community Engagement
- Talent Development
- Inclusivity & Sustainability
With data-driven insights, we celebrate The Egg’s impact—nurturing creativity, fostering opportunity, and shaping the theatre-makers of tomorrow.
KEY METRICS AND ACHIEVEMENTS:
Total Audience Reached: 28,500 tickets
- Early years tickets: 680
- Under 16: 4766
- Wonderfund tickets: 4768 (equivalent to £64,448)
31 programmed and developed shows, including:
- TYA UK Programming (19)
- International (5)
- Dedicated SEN (1)
- Egg Productions, BTA and Theatre School productions (12)
- Engage (2)
- TEDX Bath (2)
Total Instances: 502
Education:
- Theatre School Participants: 361 (Acting and Backstage)
- Bath Theatre Academy Students: 73
The Egg Productions
- New shows produced: Wendy, Robin Hood, The Little Prince
- Shows Toured: I Wish I was A Mountain, Squirrel, Snow Mouse, Midnight Mole.
- Countries toured: China, Ireland, Canada, Scotland
- Shows in Development: Snow Mice!, Katy, Play for William, Sinbad, The Secret Garden.
Talent Development
- Bath Theatre Academy: 100% pass rate for practical elements (100% of graduating second years achieved a Merit or Distinction)
- Active Partnerships: Bath Spa University, Bath College, Oxford School of Drama, Fourth Monkey, Bristol School of Acting, Bristol Old Vic School of Acting.
- Graduate Employment: Drew (Sound Assistant on Wendy), Jazz & Livi (Workshop Assistants & FOH)
Community Outreach
- New Commissions: Space Oddity (Patrick Whithey & Anna-Louise Fleet)
- New Partnerships: WECIL Workshops, Black Families, Achieve Together – partnered to develop The Seven Deadly Sins and won the Creative Bath ACE award, BEMSCA and Fairfield House.
Sustainability
- Green Book Progress: Theatre School at Baseline for Theatre School Festival 2024
- Wonderfund campaign: Secured £36,680 through individual giving.
- Secured support: The Semma Fund, The Garek Trust, Dart Energy Foundation Inc, Boshier-Hinton Foundation, Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund, Theatre Works, Arts Council England (2024-2025), The Linder Foundation.
Robin Hood
THE EGG'S NEW VOICES
New Voices is a two-year professional development and mentoring initiative aimed at emerging freelancers, graduates, and mid-career professionals transitioning into theatre, particularly from marginalised and British Black and Brown communities. Led by The Egg’s Head of Engagement, the programme offers industry experience, mentoring, and networking opportunities to foster long-term career growth.
Meet Our First Trainees
- Bilqees Khalid – Bristol-based actor, writer, and theatre-maker passionate about theatre and child development. She has worked with diverse children’s groups, bringing her expertise in creative storytelling.
- Georgia Casimir – Southwest-based theatre-maker with credits in writing, dramaturgy, and directing, including Little Red (and Other Winter Tales) and Hearts and Minds.
- Holly Coulson – Southwest-based designer, recently graduated from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.
"I've found working at The Egg to be an incredible experience. The team is made up of friendly and supportive individuals, which really makes a difference. I’m hoping my time here will boost my confidence in collaborating with industry professionals. I’ve had the chance to contribute in various ways—sometimes in a pastoral role, other times assisting with directing. I'm looking forward to networking and finding inspiration for my personal and professional growth." — Bilqees Khalid
Three Young Board Associates have also joined Theatre Royal Bath Board of Trustees, enhancing the diversity of talent in our theatre. Thanks to matched funding, this initiative continues to grow, ensuring equitable career development for all participants.
DEEP DIVE & 2025/26 FOCUS
Impact Analysis: Key Themes
- Engagement & Participation: Growth in attendance and participation across programmes.
- Access & Inclusion: Success of Wonderfund in supporting underrepresented communities.
- Talent Development: High employment rates of graduates within the industry.
- Sustainability: Ongoing commitment to Green Book standards.
Challenges & Learnings
- Balancing demand vs. resources for community engagement.
- Enhancing accessibility in in-person formats.
- Strengthening partnerships for long-term sustainability.
LOOKING AHEAD
As we reflect on a year of nurturing creativity and fostering opportunity, The Egg Theatre remains dedicated to empowering young people through the transformative power of theatre. We invite you to join us in shaping the theatre-makers of tomorrow, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to experience the magic of live performance.
Our upcoming project, The Secret Gardens, exemplifies this future focus. Already partly funded by Arts Council England, this ambitious, disability-led reinterpretation of The Secret Garden will blend artistic innovation with civic responsibility. Working in partnership with child associate artists, we will create five interconnected experiences:
- a two-act family production for 3,000 audience members;
- 600 creativity kits with an accessible filmed version of the show for children in hospitals;
- three-day school residencies in 12 primary and secondary schools;
- and a pilot community tour of a pop-up “imagination garden” for babies.
This project will also deepen our commitment to wellbeing, nature, and creative exploration.
Through participatory evaluation, culminating in a children’s “manifesto for wellbeing” captured via creative technology, we will continue to place young people’s voices at the heart of our work.
Want to know more?
Read our previous year's impact reports:
We hope that you enjoy reading our Impact Story and invite you to join us on our journey in the years to come.
Income we generate through ticket sales in Bath, and by Theatre Royal Bath Productions on tour and in the West End, directly benefits our local community through the work of The Egg and our education programme for all ages.
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