BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Denver - ECPv6.8.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.esuus.org/denver X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Denver REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251105T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251105T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T230507 CREATED:20250917T140410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T215445Z UID:1725-1762351200-1762354800@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Happy Hour: The Lost Heirs: The Rise and Fall of the D’Oyly Carte Dynasty DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania Branch \n\n\n\nThe name D’Oyly Carte is recognized throughout the world because of Richard D’Oyly Carte’s partnership with Gilbert and Sullivan\, which produced fourteen famous comic operas during the last quarter of the 19th Century such as H.M.S. Pinafore\, The Pirates of Penzance\, and The Mikado. \n\n\n\nRichard D’Oyly Carte (1844-1901) was one of the greatest impresarios of his age as well as a shrewd businessman who realized the potential of Gilbert and Sullivan’s work and worked closely with them to produce and promote their operas. The company became renowned for its high-quality productions featuring talented singers\, musicians\, and actors. It was the success of these operas that paved the way for D’Oyly Carte’s other achievements—building his own theatres and establishing a chain of luxury hotels that included The Savoy Hotel\, Claridge’s and The Berkeley in London. \n\n\n\nA gripping new book by author James Stebbings sheds new light on the untold story of the D’Oyly Carte family – and the tragic loss of two heirs that ultimately led to the dynasty’s downfall. ‘The Lost Heirs – The Rise and Fall of the D’Oyly Carte Dynasty’\, tells the story of Lucas and Michael D’Oyly Carte\, the son and grandson of the legendary theatrical impresario and hotelier\, Richard D’Oyly Carte. \n\n\n\nRichard D’Oyly Carte’s empire spanned both the worlds of theatre and luxury hotels. Yet\, the story of two of his heirs\, Lucas and Michael\, has long been overlooked – until now. James Stebbings delves into the lives of these two young men who were destined to carry on the family legacy\, but whose untimely deaths sent shockwaves through the D’Oyly Carte family. \n\n\n\nToday\, the legacy of the D’Oyly Carte Opera Company lives on through recordings\, revivals and adaptations of the works of Gilbert and Sullivan\, which continue to be loved by audiences around the world. \n\n\n\nAbout James Stebbings: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJames Stebbings’ presentation is coming to ESU audiences from his hometown in Norfolk County\, England. His talk is illustrated with rare photographs and images. If you are a fan of Gilbert and Sullivan\, a theatre history enthusiast\, or anyone intrigued by the dramatic rise and fall of one of Britain’s most celebrated dynasties\, this Happy Hour is for you\, sponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania Branch. ESU Happy Hour programs are online\, free to attend\, and open to all members and the public. Registration is required to receive the webinar link. \n\n\n\nJames Stebbings has had a life-long love of the theatre\, especially the musical theatre and the world of drama and theatrical entertainment\, participating whenever he has had the opportunity. Before retirement\, James worked in financial management in London for a US energy company\, but his passion was always the musical theatre about which he writes and talks. After his retirement he moved to Norfolk in the East of England which gave him time to focus on subjects he loves. This includes organizing music festivals\, managing and representing some professional performers\, creating and performing in historical enactments for a local museum\, and performing in a musical duo. His newest book\, The Lost Heirs – The Rise and Fall of the D’Oyly Carte Dynasty\, was just published in April\, 2025. \n\n\n\nJames is a familiar figure with ESU Happy Hour audiences giving presentations on Gilbert and Sullivan in 2021\, the story of the sinking of the Lusitania in 2022 and\, also in 2022\, James was a featured speaker at four ESU US Branches in the Evelyn Wrench Lecture series. Cocktail:T.N.T. CocktailThe Fifth of November in the UK is known as Guy Fawkes Night or Bonfire Night remembering when\, in 1605\, Guy Fawkes attempted to blow up the British Parliament.  I thought it appropriate therefore that we mark it with a T.N.T. cocktail from The Savoy Cocktail Book. \n\n\n\nEqual parts:Canadian Club WhiskyAbsintheInstructions:Fill a mixing glass with ice cubesAdd the whiskey and absintheStir well until chilledStrain into a chilled shot glass or coupeStir\, don’t shake: Though Prohibition-era recipes often called for shaking\, modern practice suggests stirring spirit-only cocktails to chill them without adding air\, which gives them a frothy texture. URL:https://www.esuus.org/denver/event/happy-hour-the-lost-heirs-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-doyly-carte-dynasty/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.esuus.org/denver/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2025/09/11-5-25-hh-768x432-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251113T210000 DTSTAMP:20260408T230507 CREATED:20250827T010007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T215642Z UID:1686-1763056800-1763067600@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Teachers Learning Abroad (TLab) Dinner DESCRIPTION:Please join ESU Denver Branch members in the Terrace Room at The University Club of Denver on Thursday evening\, November 13\, 2025\, from 6 to 9 pm\, as we hear Ben Butler and Katie Cunningham describe their summer studies in the UK. Both TLab scholars attended Teaching Shakespeare Through Performance at Shakespeare’s Globe\, and we are excited to learn how it is impacting their teaching and their plans to help with the Denver Branch Shakespeare Competition at DCPA on February 22\, 2026. \n \nMenu: \n \nBread and Butter \n \nU Club Salad – Mixed Greens\, Goat Cheese\, Dried Cherry\, Candied Walnuts\, Granny Smith Apple\, Balsamic Vinaigrette \nChoice of Entrée:\n6oz Baseball Cut NY Strip w/ Rosemary Demi-Glace\nPan-Seared Salmon w/ Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce\n \nBoth Entrées served with Sides:\nGarlic Mashed Potatoes\nSeasonal Roasted Vegetables\n \nDessert:\nChocolate Mouse with Whipped Cream\, Shaved Chocolate\, Strawberry \n \nThere will be a cash bar. \nReservation deadline 10/30/2025. \n \nQuestions? Call 303.755.1752 or email denver@esuus.org. \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Reservation Form to Purchase Tickets Online\n Reservation Form for Payment by Check URL:https://www.esuus.org/denver/event/teachers-learning-abroad-tlab-dinner-2/ LOCATION:The University Club of Denver\, 1673 Sherman Street\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80203\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/denver/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2025/08/2025-TLab-Dinner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251115T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T230507 CREATED:20251020T172000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T215345Z UID:1770-1763197200-1763204400@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:Exploring Shakespeare’s Women: A Professional Development Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join the ESU for an exclusive online professional development workshop live via Zoom from Shakespeare’s Globe in London. Explore four of Shakespeare’s most fascinating women—Juliet\, Lady Macbeth\, Beatrice\, and Hero—through an interactive session connecting critical writing with rehearsal-room practice. Gain fresh strategies for engaging students with themes of gender\, relationships\, and power in Shakespeare’s works. \n\n\n\nIdeal for secondary English and drama teachers\, especially those involved in the ESU National Shakespeare Competition. Participants may be eligible for Professional Development credit. URL:https://www.esuus.org/denver/event/exploring-shakespeares-women-a-professional-development-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/denver/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2025/10/women-of-shakespeare.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251123T235959 DTSTAMP:20260408T230507 CREATED:20250319T192148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T192454Z UID:1566-1763596800-1763942399@www.esuus.org SUMMARY:The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union to A Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley Hall DESCRIPTION:The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union toA Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley HallPrescot\, Merseyside L34 4AG EnglandNovember 20–23\, 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFrom $2\,500 pp double / $3\,400 pp single in an Executive SuiteUpgrades to Deluxe and Royal Suite/Lord Derby’s Suite available  \n\n\n\nStep into the enchantment of the holiday season with an exclusive invitation from the Earl and Countess of Derby to spend a luxurious weekend at historic Knowsley Hall\, a magnificent estate nestled in the English countryside. \n\n\n\nKnowsley Hall has been in the ownership of the Stanley family for over 600 years. Set within 2\,500 acres of a private walled estate\, located near Liverpool\, the hall has been welcoming royalty and distinguished guests since 1495. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to secure your reservation contact Rossana Ivanova\, rivanova@esuus.org\, (862) 224-4244. URL:https://www.esuus.org/denver/event/the-earl-and-countess-of-derby-invite-the-english-speaking-union-to-a-magical-holiday-weekend-at-knowsley-hall/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.esuus.org/denver/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2025/03/Event-Image-Knowsley-768x432-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR