COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE

Financials

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 3096, COLUMBIA, SC 29230-3096

In care of

% GERALD STEVENSON

Principal officer (990 for 2024)

Jim Litzinger, 114 Harrells Place, Columbia, SC 29230

Signed the 990

Jim Litzinger, Treasurer

Phone

(803) 691-4548

Website

http://www.columbiachildrenstheatre.com

Mission

Inspired by the intelligence and emotional wisdom of young people, we create professional theatre for youth and families, foster inclusive community, and nurture meaningful learning through the arts. We provide these experiences through professional theatrical productions geared for families and young audiences. In addition, our education initiative includes opportunities for students in grades k-12 including after school classes, summer camps, in-school residencies, and the opportunity to participate in fully-mounted productions throughout the year.

Program accomplishments

• Each season Columbia Children's Theatre's Mainstage Performance Series presents five high-quality, professional theatrical productions specifically designed for families and young audiences, with most productions being musicals adapted from beloved works of children's literature. All productions are created and performed by paid professional actors and artistic staff, ensuring exceptional artistic quality and an engaging live theatre experience. In addition to public performances, the series offers half-price weekday matinees for school groups, enabling thousands of students to attend as part of educational field trips. Approximately 75% of these students come from underserved districts, ensuring equitable access to the arts for children who might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience live professional theatre. Each year, the Mainstage Performance Series reaches approximately 10,000 audience members from across South Carolina, fostering a love of the arts while supporting literacy and curriculum connections. Through these performances, Columbia Children's Theatre has built strong, ongoing relationships with school districts throughout the state.
  Expenses $40,024 · revenue $15,869
• Columbia Children's Theatre's YouTheatre program provides students in grades 1-12 with the opportunity to audition for and perform in fully produced plays and musicals, working alongside professional directors, choreographers, music directors, and stage managers. Through an intensive five-week rehearsal process, young actors gain valuable performance experience, develop teamwork and communication skills, and deepen their understanding of the theatrical arts, culminating in four public performances for each production. Each year, YouTheatre stages four productions: two for the Peanut Butter and Jelly Players, featuring students in grades 1-7; one for CCTeens, featuring students in grades 8-12; and one large-scale summer musical that brings all age groups together. In the most recent season, the Peanut Butter and Jelly Players presented Beauty and the Beast and Finding Nemo, the CCTeens performed Firebringer, and the combined summer production was Seussical the Musical. Approximately 200 students from six counties participate annually, and their productions are enjoyed by about 1,800 audience members.
  Expenses $29,781 · revenue $81,587
• Columbia Children's Theatre's Education initiative offers a wide range of training opportunities in acting, singing, dance, improvisation, directing, designing, and creative play for students from age three through 12th grade, with all classes taught by professional artists and experienced theatre educators from local school districts. In the most recent season, this program provided 22 after-school classes and 31 week-long summer camps, serving a total of 1,041 students. Additionally, year-long in-school residencies at two local elementary schools introduced 285 students to the fundamentals of theatre, culminating in performances for friends and family. As part of the Education initiative, Columbia Children's Theatre also offers highly sought-after, hands-on internships to middle and high school students, providing them with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to work side-by-side with industry professionals and gain practical experience in technical theatre. In the past season, 20 student interns honed their skills as scenic artists, builders, costumers, lighting designers, and assistant stage managers, preparing them for future success in the arts and beyond.
  Expenses $20,000 · revenue $138,744

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in August, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

20-2793199

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

2006

Accounting year ends

August

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Arts, culture and humanities (A65)

Assets (IRS master file)

$28,301

Income (IRS master file)

$439,059

Filing history

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 20-2793199).

Questions about COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE

What is the EIN of COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE?

The employer identification number (EIN) of COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE is 20-2793199.

Is COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2006.

Are donations to COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE due?

The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending August 31, 2026) is due January 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended August 2025.

Who is the principal officer of COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE?

The 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025 names Jim Litzinger.

Who are the officers and directors of COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE?

The 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025 lists 11 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.

How much revenue does COLUMBIA CHILDRENS THEATRE have?

On its 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $430,051, expenses of $234,302 and total assets of $28,301 at year end.

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