Midsummer Opera
Also known as: Sounds Lyrical
Promoting 2 operatic projects per season plus recitals by company principals and contributions by our chorus to other organizations' performances.
Activities & Mission
Promoting 2 operatic projects per season plus recitals by company principals and contributions by our chorus to other organizations' performances.
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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Financial Information
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £19,643 | £21,365 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2023 | £31,989 | £32,778 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £21,524 | £23,071 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £10,987 | £8,650 | 0 / 50 |
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Frequently asked questions about Midsummer Opera
What does Midsummer Opera do?
Promoting 2 operatic projects per season plus recitals by company principals and contributions by our chorus to other organizations' performances.
How much income did Midsummer Opera report in 2024?
Midsummer Opera reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Midsummer Opera registered as a charity?
Midsummer Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 1986 as charity number 294591. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Midsummer Opera?
Midsummer Opera is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER DENZIL HOLLIS BA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Midsummer Opera operate?
Midsummer Opera operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Midsummer Opera a registered charity?
Yes — Midsummer Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 294591.
Details
LONDON
SE13 7AP
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Also Known As
- Sounds Lyrical
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- 30 July 2026
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