Upstream Theater
Upstream Theater is a professional production company dedicated to bringing a world of theater to St. Louis. We believe that art engages as much as it entertains and …
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In 2022 Upstream Theater produced two shows: Iphigenia in Splott by Welsh playwright Gary Owen, and The Good Ship St. Louis, an original play with music. Due to the rise of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, the first production was presented as a streamed event as well as on stage, and went on to receive many accolades (including an award for the actress who played the titular role in this one-woman show). Our second production, which was our largest to date, took the 1939 voyage of the Jewish refugee ship the MS St. Louis as a springboard for a soulful examination of issues related to refuge and asylum--at a time when there are more displaced people in the world than …
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Upstream Theater is a professional production company dedicated to bringing a world of theater to St. Louis. We believe that art engages as much as it entertains and that by feeding the senses we feed the soul. Our goal is to move you and to move you to think.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyUpstream Theater is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Saint Louis, MO, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2004 and has been operating for 22 years. Its EIN is 753151973. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 93/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $246K in annual revenue. 46 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Upstream Theater has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 93/100. 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 93 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 89% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 93/100.
Upstream Theater is located in Saint Louis, MO, United States. The organization was established in 2004 and has been active for 22 years.
Based on official tax filings, Upstream Theater has $246K in annual revenue. It allocates 89% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 93% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Upstream Theater is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has $246K in annual revenue. The organization has 46 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Upstream Theater. 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.
Upstream Theater has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 93/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 89% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 93%. 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.
In 2022 Upstream Theater produced two shows: Iphigenia in Splott by Welsh playwright Gary Owen, and The Good Ship St. Louis, an original play with music. Due to the rise of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, the first production was presented as a streamed event as well as on stage, and went on to receive many accolades (including an award for the actress who played the titular role in this one-woman show). Our second production, which was our largest to date, took the 1939 voyage of the Jewish refugee ship the MS St. Louis as a springboard for a soulful examination of issues related to refuge and asylum--at a time... Upstream Theater is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2004.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: Upstream Theater's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 93/100 is in line with the peer average of 93/100. It allocates 89% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $246K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Upstream Theater are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Upstream Theater is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 753151973, 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.
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Filing history
6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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UPSTREAM THEATER is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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NeutralKing Lear 1950 Broadway — Photo Coverage - BroadwayWorld
Humor balances heavy subject matter in Upstream Theater’s ‘End of the World Cabaret’ - Ladue News
Review: THE END OF THE WORLD CABARET at Upstream Theater - BroadwayWorld
St. Louis Theater Circle Awards announces its 2025 nominees – here's who's leading the way - Ladue News
The Rep leads contenders for 13th Annual St. Louis Theater Circle Awards with 39 Nominations - Pop Life STL
Mirthful ‘Myth of the Ostrich’ Takes Flight with a Trio of Local Treasures - Pop Life STL
A head-in-the-sand approach fuels the laughs in Upstream’s ‘Myth of the Ostrich’ - Ladue News
Review: The Outrageous Adult Comedy MYTH OF THE OSTRICH is Brimming with a Bevy of Belly Laughs - BroadwayWorld
Preview the 2026 theater season in St. Louis - Ladue News
In Upstream’s ‘Orchard for Chekhov,’ fading reality merges with still-passionate dreams - Ladue News
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Quick facts about Upstream Theater
- What is Upstream Theater?
- Upstream Theater is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Saint Louis, United States. In 2022 Upstream Theater produced two shows: Iphigenia in Splott by Welsh playwright Gary Owen, and The Good Ship St. Louis, an original play with music. Due to the rise of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, the first production was presented as a streamed event as well as on stage, and went on to receive many accolades (including an award for the actress who played the titular role in this one-woman show). Our second production, which was our largest to date, took the 1939 voyage of the Jewish refugee ship the MS St. Louis as a springboard for a soulful examination of issues related to refuge and asylum--at a time when there are more displaced people in the world than ever before. This piece, which we were able to produce partly thanks to a prestigious grant from the NEA, also received much praise, as in these lines from critic Mark Bretz "'The Good Ship St. Louis' is the epitome of Upstream's mission 'to move you, and move you to think.' It's an uplifting and valiant effort which lauds the human spirit, even in the face of oppressive obstacles."
- When was Upstream Theater founded?
- Upstream Theater was founded in 2004.
- Who leads Upstream Theater?
- Philip serves as Boehm.
- Where is Upstream Theater located?
- Headquartered in Saint Louis, United States.
- What is Upstream Theater's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 89% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Upstream Theater trustworthy?
- Upstream Theater has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 93 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 Upstream Theater's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 753151973.
- What is Upstream Theater's website?
- http://www.upstreamtheater.org