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Opera Omnibus

Also known as: Opera South

Present fully staged operas. Enable talented emerging professional singers to gain performance experience at the start of their careers in operatic events. Increase access to high quality opera throughout the region and encourage community involvement. Introduce children, the elderly and disabled to the potential of opera and music theatre, by means of matinees and workshops.

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Activities & Mission

Present fully staged operas. Enable talented emerging professional singers to gain performance experience at the start of their careers in operatic events. Increase access to high quality opera throughout the region and encourage community involvement. Introduce children, the elderly and disabled to the potential of opera and music theatre, by means of matinees and workshops.

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

Latest Income
£784
Latest Expenditure
£634

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.9%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2023.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2023
£12,433
£20,1130 / 5
2022
£24,186
£25,6790 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Opera Omnibus

What does Opera Omnibus do?

Present fully staged operas. Enable talented emerging professional singers to gain performance experience at the start of their careers in operatic events. Increase access to high quality opera throughout the region and encourage community involvement. Introduce children, the elderly and disabled to the potential of opera and music theatre, by means of matinees and workshops.

How much income did Opera Omnibus report in 2023?

Opera Omnibus reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £20k for the financial year ending 2023, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Opera Omnibus registered as a charity?

Opera Omnibus was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 September 1996 as charity number 1057907. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Opera Omnibus?

Opera Omnibus is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Austin. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Opera Omnibus operate?

Opera Omnibus operates across 3 areas: Hampshire, Surrey and West Sussex.

Is Opera Omnibus a registered charity?

Yes — Opera Omnibus is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1057907.

Details

Address
26 Mill Close
HASLEMERE
Surrey
GU27 1SA
Registration Date
9 September 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1057907
Charity Number
1057907

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Trustees

Mark Austin Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
James Hurley
Paul Gerard Curievici

Also Known As

  • Opera South

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Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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