BOSTON THEATER COMPANY INC
Mission Statement
Boston Theater Company is at the intersection of arts, athletics, and inclusion and is dedicated to creating thoughtful experiences for, with, and about marginalized communities. All our programs are gender expansive and have a pay scale to remove the financial barrier. We believe the arts, theater education and athletics should be for anyone and everyone. Boston Theater Company is rooted in the potential that shared experiences have to unite, uncover and illuminate. We are committed to creating programs that amplify voices that are often left out, including a particular focus on the LGBTQ+ community. Grounded in social responsibility, we champion inclusivity, work to break down financial barriers, and celebrate the transformative power we have as artists. With our innovative events, we strive to embody collaborative expression, celebrate our shared humanity, highlight the complexity of the human condition, and encourage important conversation. Core Values: Social Awareness Actively anti-racist Artistic Excellence and integrity Promote Health and Wellness Collaboration Inclusivity Support the LGBTQ+ community Gender Expansive Financial Statement: Never-Turn-Away-Student Policy: In our Education Program, we have adopted a never-turn-away student policy. We are dedicated to accommodating all interested students, regardless of their financial situation. Athletic Programming: Our athletic programs follow a pay-what-you-can model, including opportunities for free participation. We recognize that everyone should have the chance to engage in athletics and experience the physical, mental, and social benefits they offer. Artistic Programming: We believe that art should be accessible to all. To ensure inclusivity, all our artistic programs offer a free ticket option, allowing all individuals to experience the transformative power of the arts.
Financial Overview — FY 2025
Compared with Peers
FY 2025| Ratio | This org | Peer median | Position (P10 → P90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Program expense ratio
Program expenses / total expenses
· higher is better
|
94.6% | 81.9% |
P10P90
|
Above median |
|
Operating reserve
Months of expenses covered by net assets
· higher is better
|
14.4 mo | 9.4 mo |
P10P90
|
Above median |
|
Liabilities to assets
Total liabilities / total assets
· lower is better
|
2.2% | 1.5% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Revenue concentration
Share of revenue from the largest source
· lower is better
|
99.8% | 77.2% |
P10P90
|
Bottom quarter |
|
Revenue growth
Year over year revenue growth
|
-41.3% | 6.7% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Expense growth
Year over year expense growth
|
-35.5% | 5.9% |
P10P90
|
|
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Surplus margin
Surplus as a share of revenue
|
10.5% | 2.4% |
P10P90
|
Impact
1 program| Outcome / Program | People Served | Cost / Service | # Completed | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Created a thoughtful safe and inclusive experiences. | 2,500 | $20.00 | — | Per Day |
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Assets | Program % | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $126K | $113K | $135K | 94.6% | — |
| 2024 | $215K | $175K | $122K | 94.4% | 0 |
| 2023 | $147K | $119K | $82K | 0.0% | — |
| 2022 | $152K | $132K | $55K | 0.0% | — |
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