Operaupclose LTD
Also known as: Up Close Productions, Upclose Productions London
OperaUpClose is a small, ambitious Olivier Award-winning touring opera company producing innovatively staged, unintimidating, affordable and high-quality English chamber re-imaginings of well-known works and premieres of new operas. Our mission is to show opera is a vibrant, living art-form for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by, regardless of gender, ethnicity, background and economic means.
Activities & Mission
OperaUpClose is a small, ambitious Olivier Award-winning touring opera company producing innovatively staged, unintimidating, affordable and high-quality English chamber re-imaginings of well-known works and premieres of new operas. Our mission is to show opera is a vibrant, living art-form for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by, regardless of gender, ethnicity, background and economic means.
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £443,960 | £419,212 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £454,844 | £461,221 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £250,339 | £205,718 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £187,410 | £173,214 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £254,686 | £148,465 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Operaupclose LTD
What does Operaupclose LTD do?
OperaUpClose is a small, ambitious Olivier Award-winning touring opera company producing innovatively staged, unintimidating, affordable and high-quality English chamber re-imaginings of well-known works and premieres of new operas. Our mission is to show opera is a vibrant, living art-form for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by, regardless of gender, ethnicity, background and economic means.
How much income did Operaupclose LTD report in 2025?
Operaupclose LTD reported total income of £444k and reported expenditure of £419k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Operaupclose LTD registered as a charity?
Operaupclose LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 August 2013 as charity number 1153307. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Operaupclose LTD?
Operaupclose LTD is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Operaupclose LTD operate?
Operaupclose LTD operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England.
Is Operaupclose LTD a registered charity?
Yes — Operaupclose LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153307.
Details
142-144 Above Bar St
Southampton
SO14 7DU
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Also Known As
- Up Close Productions
- Upclose Productions London
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- 30 July 2026
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