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Orpheum Theatre Group

To enhance the communities we serve by utilizing the performing arts to entertain, educate, and enlighten while preserving the historic orpheum theatre and the halloran centre for performing …

Community Development Memphis, TN EIN 620983983 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
87/100 · methodology

About Orpheum Theatre Group

Explore the Orpheum Theatre Memphis for Broadway shows, concerts, events, and community programs. Plan your visit, buy tickets, or support the arts today!

Founded
Headquarters
Memphis, TN
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
S200
IRS subsection
501(c)(c3)
Ruling date
Size
large

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1977

Mission

To enhance the communities we serve by utilizing the performing arts to entertain, educate, and enlighten while preserving the historic orpheum theatre and the halloran centre for performing arts & education

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Community Development · NTEE S200
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.
SDG 11 SDG 11 · Sustainable Cities and Communities Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar community development in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 0%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 2.11%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 87
Peer average: 89

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Orpheum Theatre Group is a registered community development nonprofit based in Memphis, TN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1976 and has been operating for 50 years. Its EIN is 620983983. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $21M in annual revenue. 171 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Orpheum Theatre Group has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 87 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for community development charities in United States is 89/100.

Orpheum Theatre Group is located in Memphis, TN, United States. The organization was established in 1976 and has been active for 50 years.

Based on official tax filings, Orpheum Theatre Group has $21M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Orpheum Theatre Group is classified as a Community Development organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $21M in annual revenue. The organization has 171 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Orpheum Theatre Group. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

Orpheum Theatre Group has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Explore the Orpheum Theatre Memphis for Broadway shows, concerts, events, and community programs. Plan your visit, buy tickets, or support the arts today! Orpheum Theatre Group is classified as a community development organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1976.

Among community development charities registered in United States: Orpheum Theatre Group's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 is in line with the peer average of 89/100. Its annual revenue of $21M is well above the peer average of $3M.

Yes, donations to Orpheum Theatre Group are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 620983983, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Verified against 6 official sources, last refreshed .

Annual revenue
$10M-$100M
0% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020, FY2019, FY2018, FY2017, FY2016.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Leadership

BR
Brett Batterson
President

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

AM
Amy K•••••
BOARD MEMBER
BI
Bill S••••••••
CHAIR
BO
Bo A••••
BOARD MEMBER
BR
Brett B••••••••
PRESIDENT & CEO
BR
Brian S•••••••
BOARD MEMBER
CH
Chirag C••••••
BOARD MEMBER
CH
Christina T•••••
VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING
CR
Craig E•••••
BOARD MEMBER
C
C S•••••• L••••••
BOARD MEMBER
DA
Dacquiri B•••••••
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIO
DA
David M•••••••
BOARD MEMBER
DA
David P••••••
BOARD MEMBER
DE
Debbie B•••••
BOARD MEMBER
DE
Devin W•••••••
BOARD MEMBER
DR
Dr C•••••••• H•••••
BOARD MEMBER
DR
Dr K•••• N•••••
BOARD MEMBER
DR
Dr N••• S B•••••••
BOARD MEMBER
GE
George A•••••
BOARD MEMBER
GR
Grayson P•••••
BOARD MEMBER
IG
Ignacio V••••••••••
BOARD MEMBER
JE
Jen M••••••
VICE PRESIDENT OF EDUCATION
JI
Jim G•••••••• J•
BOARD MEMBER
JO
Joey H••••
TREASURER
JO
John B••••••
BOARD MEMBER
KA
Karen F••••••••••••••
BOARD MEMBER
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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Orion Financial Named Presenting Sponsor of the 17th Annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards - newswire.com
Apr 2026
www.newswire.com
Orpheum Theatre Unveils 2026–27 Broadway Season - WKNO FM
Apr 2026
www.wknofm.org
Orpheum unveils 2026-2027 Broadway season - The Business Journals
Mar 2026
www.bizjournals.com
Orpheum Theatre and Halloran Centre Upcoming Events - WKNO FM
Mar 2026
www.wknofm.org
Form filed
$19.1M revenue
FY2025
IRS_990
Orpheum, Halloran Centre to undergo exterior revitalizations - Action News 5
Nov 2025
www.actionnews5.com
A New Look for a Memphis Icon: The Orpheum Theatre Group Unites Its Downtown Campus - We Are Memphis
Nov 2025
wearememphis.com
Orpheum Theatre Group to get a 'facelift' by 100th anniversary - Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News - Daily Mem
Nov 2025
dailymemphian.com
Orpheum Theatre Group unveils revitalization plan for Downtown campus - The Business Journals
Oct 2025
www.bizjournals.com
Celebrating 10 years of arts education and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Memphis - Choose901
Sep 2025
choose901.com
Live Theatre in Memphis: This Season’s Must-See Musicals & Plays - StyleBlueprint
Aug 2025
styleblueprint.com
Form filed
$20.9M revenue
FY2024
IRS_990
Form filed
$16.1M revenue
FY2023
IRS_990
Form filed
$48.4M revenue
FY2022
IRS_990
Form filed
$4.1M revenue
FY2021
IRS_990
Form filed
$19.2M revenue
FY2020
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$14.0M revenue
FY2019
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$19.4M revenue
FY2018
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$11.3M revenue
FY2017
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$6.2M revenue
FY2016
PROPUBLICA

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Peer charities

Other community development in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Orpheum Theatre Group This page 87 $20.9 million -
Missouri Ozarks Community Action Inc 89 $13.6 million -
Calvin Community 89 $11.1 million -
Mobilization for Justice Inc 89 $24.2 million -
Memphis River Parks Partnership Inc 89 $10.8 million -
Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois 89 $45.4 million 0%
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Redlands-Riverside 89 $15.1 million -
Abilities in Motion 89 $40.5 million -
Capper Foundation 89 $17.0 million -

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 171 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about Orpheum Theatre Group

What is Orpheum Theatre Group?
Orpheum Theatre Group is a community development publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Memphis, United States. Explore the Orpheum Theatre Memphis for Broadway shows, concerts, events, and community programs. Plan your visit, buy tickets, or support the arts today!
When was Orpheum Theatre Group founded?
Orpheum Theatre Group was founded in 1976.
Who leads Orpheum Theatre Group?
Brett Batterson serves as President.
Where is Orpheum Theatre Group located?
Headquartered in Memphis, United States.
What is Orpheum Theatre Group's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $10M-$100M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
Is Orpheum Theatre Group trustworthy?
Orpheum Theatre Group has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Orpheum Theatre Group's registration number?
IRS EIN: 620983983.
What is Orpheum Theatre Group's website?
http://www.orpheum-memphis.com