Lutcher Theater Inc is located in Orange, TX. The organization was established in 1986. According to its NTEE Classification (A61) the organization is classified as: Performing Arts Centers, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lutcher Theater Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Lutcher Theater Inc generated $1.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE THEATER'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE AN APPRECIATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS IN THE COMMUNITY, AMONG ADULTS AND STUDENTS, AND TO PROVIDE INCREDIBLE EVENTS AND WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE RESIDENTS OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS AND SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE LUTCHER THEATER PRESENTS A PROFESSIONAL PERFORMING ARTS SERIES ATTENDED BY ADULTS AND FAMILIES. OFFERINGS INCLUDE NATIONAL TOURING BROADWAY PRODUCTIONS, MUSICAL ARTISTS, DANCE, DRAMA, AND VARIOUS OTHER EVENTS. PRE-SHOW LECTURES, POST-SHOW DISCUSSIONS, MEET-AND-GREET OPPORTUNITIES, AND MASTER CLASSES ARE OCCASIONALLY OFFERED. IN 2023, THE LUTCHER PRESENTED THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY, HOME FREE, VOCTAVE, ANASTASIA, JIMMY FORTUNE & THE MALPASS BROTHERS, TOOTSIE, CRAIG MORGAN, MEAN GIRLS, STOMP, AND VOCTAVE - IT FEELS LIKE CHRISTMAS.
THE LUTCHER THEATER PRESENTS A DAYTIME PERFORMING ARTS SERIES, LUTCHER INCREDIBLE KIDS EVENTS, FOR AREA STUDENTS AND THE PUBLIC. NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS COMPANIES OFTEN CONDUCT PRE-SHOW AUDIENCE INTERACTION OPPORTUNITIES AND POST-SHOW DISCUSSIONS, WITH CORRELATING STUDY GUIDES MADE AVAILABLE FOR TEACHERS ON THE LUTCHER THEATER WEBSITE. LUTCHER INCREDIBLE KIDS EVENTS OFFER A "PAGE-TO-STAGE" EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS AND MEET TEXAS AND LOUISIANA STATE LEARNING CRITERIA, MAKING THEM IDEAL FOR FIELD TRIPS. IN 2023, THE THEATER PRESENTED DOKTOR KABOOM, GRACE FOR PRESIDENT, PRIDE & PREJUDICE, UGLY DUCKLING, CALL OF THE WILD, TOMAS & THE LIBRARY LADY, THE RAINBOW FISH, ERTH'S DINOSAUR ZOO, A VERY ELECTRIC CHRISTMAS, AND ROMEO & JULIET.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lynae Sanford President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Kathy Gunn Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Tricia Stroud Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mary Mckenna Secretary/ Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Rita Ballard Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Blaine Cailler Director (fr. 3/23) | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Triangle Stagecraft Inc Stage Crews | 12/30/19 | $200,113 |
Jb Second National Tour Lp Show Contract | 12/30/19 | $119,250 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $96,327 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $151,359 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $247,686 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $901,675 |
| Investment income | $27,043 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $407 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,186,286 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $151 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,578 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $144,453 |
| Office expenses | $150,436 |
| Information technology | $25,938 |
| Royalties | $3,177 |
| Occupancy | $4,366 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $24,289 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $9,033 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $25,167 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,124,851 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,400 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,677,476 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $9,213 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $90,529 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $57,000 |
| Total assets | $1,838,618 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $51,206 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $542,137 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $593,343 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,245,275 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,838,618 |