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Southwick Opera

Also known as: Southwick Operatic Society, The Southwick Opera, SO Musical Theatre

The presentation of performances of Grand and Light Opera and the promotion of the Arts and Music.

Activities & Mission

The presentation of performances of Grand and Light Opera and the promotion of the Arts and Music.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£32,622
Latest Expenditure
£40,327

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.6%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£32,622
£40,3270 / 3
2024
£24,438
£23,8160 / 3
2023
£21,629
£18,5660 / 6

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Southwick Opera

What does Southwick Opera do?

The presentation of performances of Grand and Light Opera and the promotion of the Arts and Music.

How much income did Southwick Opera report in 2025?

Southwick Opera reported total income of £33k and reported expenditure of £40k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Southwick Opera registered as a charity?

Southwick Opera was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 January 1972 as charity number 263312. It has been registered for 54 years.

Who runs Southwick Opera?

Southwick Opera is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Southwick Opera operate?

Southwick Opera operates in West Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Southwick Opera a registered charity?

Yes — Southwick Opera is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 263312.

Details

Address
1 KINGSTON LANE
SOUTHWICK
BRIGHTON
BN42 4SJ
Registration Date
17 January 1972
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
263312
Charity Number
263312

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Trustees

Deborah Jane Etheridge
Graham Lewis-Pond
Margaret Bysh
Sally Walker
Stephen John Robertson
SUSAN GOTHAM
YVONNE FAIR
Also governs 1 other charity

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Southwick Operatic Society
  • The Southwick Opera
  • SO Musical Theatre

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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