This longstanding, well-respected charity exists for the purposes of helping all in need who have been or currently are employed in the professional theatre. Uniquely, TTG makes no distinction between the nature of your employment - backstage and on-stage, front of house, technical, catering, sales and administration, management or employed – if you have worked in the theatre and are facing hardship then The Theatrical Guild can work for you. This is the time to contact TTG.
After careful confidential assessment of the circumstances, financial aid can be given to those who, due to ill health, are unable to cope with the pressures of everyday life. No distinction is made for the type of incapacity; if you cannot cope, TTG will try to help as much as possible
One-off grants are given to members of the profession where in emergency a financial boost is needed.
Regular grants go to those that have retired to enable them to maintain their independence. The charity will where possible provide funding for necessary appliances or help in any emergencies.
We give assistance with nursing fees and shortfalls in nursing home or residential home fees.
The cost of childcare today, can prohibit people from working and, since TTG's foundation, relief from this problem has been at the heart of the charity's work.
Through a programme of regular visits help is given to find a way through the red tape and bureaucracy surrounding state and local authority systems as well as offering practical support and a friendly face.