East London Metropolitan Opera
Also known as: Elmo
ELMO operates in the fields of arts and culture and in particular music. It aims to run projects in prisons that provide participants with technical and practical musical education and performance opportunities.
Activities & Mission
ELMO operates in the fields of arts and culture and in particular music. It aims to run projects in prisons that provide participants with technical and practical musical education and performance opportunities.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £54,245 | £44,204 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £25,574 | £34,602 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £28,910 | £15,573 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £60 | £420 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2021 | £1,500 | £1,800 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about East London Metropolitan Opera
What does East London Metropolitan Opera do?
ELMO operates in the fields of arts and culture and in particular music. It aims to run projects in prisons that provide participants with technical and practical musical education and performance opportunities.
How much income did East London Metropolitan Opera report in 2025?
East London Metropolitan Opera reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was East London Metropolitan Opera registered as a charity?
East London Metropolitan Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 September 2019 as charity number 1185310. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs East London Metropolitan Opera?
East London Metropolitan Opera is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Victoria Janet Eze. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does East London Metropolitan Opera operate?
East London Metropolitan Opera operates across 2 areas: Hackney and Islington.
Is East London Metropolitan Opera a registered charity?
Yes — East London Metropolitan Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1185310.
Details
Chelsfield Point
Hackney
London
E9 7DY
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Also Known As
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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