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Sussex Opera And Ballet Society

Also known as: The Sussex Opera and Ballet Society, S O B S

The Society organises presentations and demonstrations by leading figures and performers in the fields of opera and ballet.The Society offers Bursaries to students whose talents would be nurtured by attending full and part time courses relevant to professional careers in the arts of ballet and opera.

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Activities & Mission

The Society organises presentations and demonstrations by leading figures and performers in the fields of opera and ballet.The Society offers Bursaries to students whose talents would be nurtured by attending full and part time courses relevant to professional careers in the arts of ballet and opera.

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

Latest Income
£12,093
Latest Expenditure
£8,839

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 73.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 73.1%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£12,093
£8,8390 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Sussex Opera And Ballet Society

What does Sussex Opera And Ballet Society do?

The Society organises presentations and demonstrations by leading figures and performers in the fields of opera and ballet.The Society offers Bursaries to students whose talents would be nurtured by attending full and part time courses relevant to professional careers in the arts of ballet and opera.

How much income did Sussex Opera And Ballet Society report in 2024?

Sussex Opera And Ballet Society reported total income of £12k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Sussex Opera And Ballet Society registered as a charity?

Sussex Opera And Ballet Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 April 1976 as charity number 271113. It has been registered for 50 years.

Who runs Sussex Opera And Ballet Society?

Sussex Opera And Ballet Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Hobden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Sussex Opera And Ballet Society operate?

Sussex Opera And Ballet Society operates across 3 areas: East Sussex, West Sussex and London.

Is Sussex Opera And Ballet Society a registered charity?

Yes — Sussex Opera And Ballet Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271113.

Details

Address
Flat 20
Priory Court
Granville Road
EASTBOURNE
East Sussex
BN20 7ED
Registration Date
29 April 1976
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
271113
Charity Number
271113

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Trustees

Barbara Greaves
Deborah Ann Hatfield
Also governs 1 other charity
Dirk Hazell
Jessie Louise Cullen
Michael Steen
Valerie Hobden

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Sussex Opera and Ballet Society
  • S O B S

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14 May 2026
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