Into Opera
To advance education in, and to promote and increase the enjoyment and appreciation of, opera and thearts (including music, drama, dance, design, film, the written word) for public benefit. Through so doing,the CIO aims to improve the accessibility of opera as an art form, nationally and internationally, seeking toget more people into opera as audience members and/or participants.
Activities & Mission
To advance education in, and to promote and increase the enjoyment and appreciation of, opera and thearts (including music, drama, dance, design, film, the written word) for public benefit. Through so doing,the CIO aims to improve the accessibility of opera as an art form, nationally and internationally, seeking toget more people into opera as audience members and/or participants.
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.
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Opera Da Camera (organisation 283855)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £79,774 | £48,690 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £85,394 | £85,406 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £250,326 | £370,249 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £205,486 | £37,254 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £48,373 | £53,549 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Into Opera
What does Into Opera do?
To advance education in, and to promote and increase the enjoyment and appreciation of, opera and thearts (including music, drama, dance, design, film, the written word) for public benefit. Through so doing,the CIO aims to improve the accessibility of opera as an art form, nationally and internationally, seeking toget more people into opera as audience members and/or participants.
How much income did Into Opera report in 2025?
Into Opera reported total income of £80k and reported expenditure of £49k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Into Opera registered as a charity?
Into Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 May 2019 as charity number 1183225. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Into Opera?
Into Opera is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is David John Walker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Into Opera operate?
Into Opera operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Into Opera a registered charity?
Yes — Into Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183225.
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