Opera AR305¶
Opera is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Arts categoryand the Performing art subcategory.
664 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.33% of all charities.
Keywords to find charities¶
UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.
The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:
\b(opera(tic)?)\b
Distribution by size of charity¶
| Income band | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| Under £10k | 148 | 0.21% |
| £10k - £100k | 322 | 0.46% |
| £100k - £250k | 70 | 0.32% |
| £250k - £500k | 27 | 0.25% |
| £500k - £1m | 26 | 0.39% |
| £1m - £10m | 28 | 0.31% |
| Over £10m | 13 | 0.60% |
| Total | 634 | 0.33% |
Distribution by charity regulator¶
| Regulator | Charities with tag | Percent of all charities |
|---|---|---|
| ccew | 539 | 0.31% |
| oscr | 110 | 0.44% |
| ccni | 15 | 0.21% |
| Total | 664 | 0.33% |
Ten largest charities (by income)¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| ROYAL OPERA HOUSE COVENT GARDEN FOUNDATION [Charity number: 211775] Presentation of opera and ballet performances at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden and tours in the United Kingdom and overseas |
£181,942,000 |
| GLYNDEBOURNE PRODUCTIONS LIMITED [Charity number: 243877] To present opera of the highest international quality in all respects, to remain financially independent, to balance old and new repertory and explore ways of developing the art form, to make our work accessible to a wide audience through Glyndebourne on Tour and by our Education programme and to provide a stimulating and inspirational environment for artists, staff and audiences. |
£41,942,000 |
| ENGLISH NATIONAL OPERA [Charity number: 257210] To produce & present opera and to develop and extend audiences for opera and understanding of the lyric arts in London and throughout the country. |
£35,439,775 |
| WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE [Charity number: 1060458] WMC aims to create a special place which will provide a focal point for the unique culture, identity and talents of Wales though the creation of a world class showcase for musicals, opera, dance, exhibitions, entertainment and education in a millennium landmark, with long lasting benefits for the whole community. |
£23,077,889 |
| THE MAYFLOWER THEATRE TRUST [Charity number: 294745] The primary objectives of the trust as defined by the memorandum and articles of association are the encouragement of the arts, the promotion and advancement of education, and the cultivation and improvement of public education in drama, mime, opera, singing, music, dance, painting, and sculpture, cinema, literature and other arts. |
£20,113,488 |
| OPERA NORTH LIMITED [Charity number: 511726] The principal activities of the charity are to encourage the understanding and appreciation of the lyric art by providing, presenting, organising and conducting opera performances, symphony concerts and educational events primarily in the North of England. |
£18,332,372 |
| WELSH NATIONAL OPERA LIMITED [Charity number: 221538] The company engages in all aspects of staging opera and educational activity together with a wide range of related activities including concerts, broadcasts, recordings and publications. |
£18,323,000 |
| Edinburgh International Festival Society [Charity number: SC004694] To promote and encourage the arts, especially opera, plays, dramas, ballet and music, and the study of the arts and, for these purposes, to organise, promote, manage and conduct festivals of music, dramas and other entertainments in Edinburgh or elsewhere annually or at such longer intervals as the Company may determine. |
£16,586,000 |
| Leeds Heritage Theatres [Charity number: 500408] Maintain and develop the Leeds Grand Theatre, City Varieties Music Hall and Hyde Park Picture House. Offer drama, opera, ballet, musicals, comedy, variety, pantomime and arthouse / mainstream films. Increase engagement with performing arts and with heritage of these listed buildings through innovative learning and interpretation programmes. |
£15,069,925 |
| Scottish Opera [Charity number: SC019787] The advancement of education of the public in Scotland by the creation of opportunities for the people of Scotland to see and hear productions and performances of opera and ballet, music, dance, plaus and drama and of operatic, dramatic and other music. |
£13,356,773 |
Ten random charities¶
| Name | Latest income |
|---|---|
| HGO TRUST LTD [Charity number: 1168484] HGO brings live opera, fully staged with orchestra, at reasonable prices to the people of north London and offers performance opportunity and training to young singers. |
£148,765 |
| Leven Amateur Musical Association [Charity number: SC040996] The advancement of the arts, heritage and culture. In particular to study and rehearse musical or other operatic works and dramatic works and to perform these in public or in private, as may be arranged. To initiate or support approved activities directed towards the promotion of musical, operatic and dramatic study and production, including allowing the Youth Member to develop in an environment of education, learning and social development, and. To distribute excess fund, at the discretion of the trustees, to OSCR registered local charities or as grants to individuals for theatre related activities or studies |
£73,634 |
| WORLE OPERATIC AND DRAMATIC SOCIETY [Charity number: 1138832] The object of the Society is to educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts,and to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts. |
£42,422 |
| THE MORECAMBE WARBLERS AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY [Charity number: 1148184] The objects of the society shall be the study and performance of Operatic works, Musical comedies, Theatrical productions, etc. in the Lancaster and Morecambe area. Last year we performed Sweeney Todd which has recently been nominated for three NODA awards, including Best Show; Best Director & Best Actress. |
£47,033 |
| Gable End Theatre Co Ltd [Charity number: SC035562] To advance education by the encouragement of the performing arts, including without limiting the foregoing, the arts of drama, ballet, mime, music and opera. |
£28,416 |
| THE REDRUTH AMATEUR OPERATIC SOCIETY TRUST [Charity number: 269323] The society's object is to provide the means by which people may learn to perform music, act and dance and to entertain. The society supports other charities by performing concerts in and around the Redruth area but has also travelled to Scotland and Lancashire to support local charities there. It provides access for the public of all ages to learn and enjoy the dramatic arts. |
£109,911 |
| Showcase Society [Charity number: SC017963] The object of the Society is to educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts, to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts, to assist and further such charitable institutions and charitable purposes as the Committee shall from time to time determine. and in furtherance of this object but not otherwise the Society through its management committee shall have the following powers: (a) To promote plays. Drama, comedies, operas, operettas and other dramatic and operatic works of educative value. (b) To purchase, acquire and obtain interests in the copyright of or the right to perform or show any such dramatic or operatic work. (c) To purchase or otherwise acquire plant. Machinery, furniture, fixtures, fittings, scenery and all other necessary effects. (d) To raise funds and invite and receive contributions from any person or persons whatsoever by way of subscription, donation and otherwise provided that the Society shall not undertake any permanent trading activities in raising funds. (e) To do all such things as shall further the objects of the Society. |
£32,114 |
| MANOR OPERA [Charity number: 1191878] Music Performances, Outreach Programmes, Charitable Events to support Local Communities, Historic Days |
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| Laidlaw Opera Trust [Charity number: 1175245] Laidlaw Opera Trust champions live music as a uniquely thrilling art form accessible to all. We invest in opera companies and houses who believe that opera should be part of everyones cultural capital. Through strategic support and grants, we aim to expand Operas reach and self-sufficiency. |
£5,264,496 |
| SOUTH DOWNS OPERA [Charity number: 1156189] Following our highly successful production of Aida in Heathfield, East Sussex in October 2015, we are currently considering our options and plans for another production. Additionally, our charitable objects have now been extended to allow us to support music more widely (not just opera) and to provide grants to aspiring musicians. |
£4,125 |
