VERTEBRA THEATRE CIC

Company Registration Number:
14650904 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 28 February 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 9 February 2023

End date: 28 February 2024

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Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 28 February 2024

Directors report
Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

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Directors' report period ended 28 February 2024

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 28 February 2024

Principal activities of the company

Mayra Stergiou

Company policy on disabled employees

Social Model of Disability Vertebra Theatre is a disabled led company and we work with the social model of disability which moves away from the medical model in which the idea of disability is seen as a problem to be fixed or cured and where disabled people have to adapt to the environment. Instead, the social model of disability pushes for political, social and creative change, recognising that people with impairments are being disabled by the way society is organized, and aiming to break down barriers currently disabling people. We then use “disabled people” instead of “people with disabilities”. Not all impairments are visible. At the beginning of any project the AD and producer will share with the collaborators an Access Needs Rider for us to know how we can better support and facilitate an accessible environment. Any information provided is strictly confidential. Sharing your access needs is also completely optional. Do let the people you are training with know if you are feeling exhausted, in pain or in any discomfort. If working with wheelchair users, be mindful when talking to use inclusive language such as moving rather than walking and ‘using a wheelchair’ rather than ‘wheelchair bound’. Bear in mind that wheelchairs are part of the user’s personal space and an essential access equipment, not a toy or a prop. Interact with the person, not the wheelchair and ask for consent about putting weight on the chair in the same way you would ask for consent in putting weight on a person. Don’t assume a person using a wheelchair can’t use their legs, when working together ask them what is ok to do or not. Bear in mind each wheelchair is constructed differently so just cause it works with one chair it might not be safe with another. This Code of Conduct is a tool to enable a supportive, safe and mutual creative space. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out at vertebratheatre@outlook.com Trauma Informed Practice Vertebra Theatre company is a Trauma Informed Theatre company. The AD has done extensive research around trauma informed practice as part of the Mphil Research at Guildhall School of Music and Drama (2020 - 2024). We understand trauma as the response to deeply distressing experiences. We recognise the importance of co creating - as possible - a trauma informed culture of a community that is able to co-regulating with others. We do all this by offering a place that is safe and playful and also a place where we can meet the challenges of the creative industry. This is a practice that we aim to constantly evolve as new tools and insights become available. Therefore, we try to keep our knowledge updated with attending trainings and CPD courses whenever possible.



Directors

The director shown below has held office during the whole of the period from
9 February 2023 to 28 February 2024

Mayra Stergiou


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
5 January 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Mayra Stergiou
Status: Director

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Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 28 February 2024

13 months to 28 February 2024


£
Turnover: 12,800
Cost of sales: 0
Gross profit(or loss): 12,800
Distribution costs: ( 11,450 )
Administrative expenses: ( 1,308 )
Other operating income: 0
Operating profit(or loss): 42
Interest receivable and similar income: 0
Interest payable and similar charges: 0
Profit(or loss) before tax: 42
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 42

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Balance sheet

As at 28 February 2024

Notes 13 months to 28 February 2024


£
Called up share capital not paid: 0
Fixed assets
Intangible assets:   0
Tangible assets:   0
Investments:   0
Total fixed assets: 0
Current assets
Stocks: 3 1
Debtors:   0
Cash at bank and in hand: 0
Investments:   0
Total current assets: 1
Prepayments and accrued income: 0
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year:   0
Net current assets (liabilities): 1
Total assets less current liabilities: 1
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year:   0
Provision for liabilities: 0
Accruals and deferred income: 0
Total net assets (liabilities): 1
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital: 1
Share premium account: 0
Other reserves: 0
Profit and loss account: 0
Total Shareholders' funds: 1

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 28 February 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 5 January 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Mayra Stergiou
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 28 February 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Financial Reporting Standard 101

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 28 February 2024

  • 2. Employees

    13 months to 28 February 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 1

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Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 28 February 2024

3. Stocks

13 months to 28 February 2024
£
Stocks 0
Payments on account 1
Total 1

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

VERTEBRA THEATRE CIC

Company Number: 14650904 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 28 February 2024

Company activities and impact

The London based Vertebra Theatre has delivered a number of performance and creative activities to open a cultural exchange on the collective trauma of Gender Based Violence and to create imaginative and inclusive spaces for and with communities of women and the queer people to share stories of collective empowerment. Our current project 'Electra Untitled' is currently supported by the Arts Council of England, Guildhall School of Music and Drama and other organisations and aims to raise awareness of Domestic Violence. Community Engagement: Our show Electra Untitled, along with accompanying community-focused workshops. This is a show inspired by the classical myth/Sophocles play ‘Electra’, which is looking to explore the story through the female gaze, seeking to tell a story about community empowerment. The workshops have been conducted so far in Jordan, Pakistan and the UK. Vertebra Theatre has a reputation for creating compelling, thought-provoking and entertaining theatre experiences in new and innovative ways. Our work tends to attract an audience who are not traditional theatre-goers. Using our distinctive physical style, puppetry and micro-cinema, we will strive to ensure that this production resonates with the new audiences our tour will attract. This financial year we have held a couple of workshops in order to: 1. To enrich, educate and entertain audiences, by providing an exceptional theatre experience; 2. To create participatory theatre, which involves audiences physically, emotionally and intellectually; 3. To create original material around the social issues and values that are relevant to the lives of people living in the UK. As well as developing and delivering high-quality theatre experiences, Vertebra worked extensively with the wider community, creating projects, workshops and productions. We partnered with other companies and organisations, providing them with our skills, expertise and experience, and supporting them in the development and delivery of their projects.

Consultation with stakeholders

Vertebra Theatre has conducted a couple of co-production workshops with the communities we have been engaging in order to ensure that we reflect the needs and that we are relevant to the communities we are engaging with creatively.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
5 January 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Mayra Stergiou
Status: Director