{"id":257,"date":"2023-01-31T18:17:28","date_gmt":"2023-01-31T18:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esustage.wpengine.com\/kansas-city\/?page_id=257"},"modified":"2026-06-30T11:17:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T16:17:26","slug":"branch-homepage","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.esuus.org\/kansascity\/","title":{"rendered":"Kansas City Branch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The English-Speaking Union<\/h5>\n \n
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Celebrating 100 Years in Kansas City
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The English-Speaking Union\u2019s diverse educational programs are the hallmark of our mission. Our programs highlight the broad base audience we serve\u2014students, educators, English-language learners, new immigrants, and members.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h3>\n \n

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Educator Membership<\/h2>\n

We are proud to announce our new Educator Membership, offered exclusively to teachers involved in TLab, the National Shakespeare Competition, Middle and High School Debate, and other ESU education programs.<\/h3>\n Read More<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n\n
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Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n

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Happy Hour: Becoming American: Philadelphia\u2019s Story<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>September 23 @ 3:00 pm<\/span> – 4:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Philadelphia, PA., America\u2019s first capital, held a pivotal role as the cradle of American democrac…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Think and Drink: Why Public Radio Matters for Music Lovers<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>October 1 @ 6:00 pm<\/span> – 7:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Unlike commercial radio stations, 90.9 The Bridge is 100% programmed by Kansas City music lovers and…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

From Iron Curtain to Fallen Wall<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>October 3 @ 10:00 am<\/span> – 12:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Experience the remarkable story behind the Berlin Wall through the words of the man who first warned…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Happy Hour: Daniel Boone: The First Kentuckian<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>October 7 @ 3:00 pm<\/span> – 4:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Daniel Boone (1734-1820) was an American pioneer, trailblazer, outdoorsman, revolutionary, and adven…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Think and Drink: The Science of Fear<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>October 15 @ 6:00 pm<\/span> – 7:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Fear is one of the most powerful and universal human experiences\u2014but what actually happens in our …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

The Nature of Artificial Intelligence<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>October 20 @ 7:00 pm<\/span> – 8:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

AI is all around us\u2014recognizing faces in photos, transcribing speech, answering questions, writing…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

The Questionable Identity of William Shakespeare<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>October 29 @ 10:00 am<\/span> – 11:15 am<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

The question may be met with chagrin by traditionalists, but to some, the identity of William Shakes…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Happy Hour: Virginia’s Role” From English Rights to American Constitutions<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>November 4 @ 4:00 pm<\/span> – 5:00 pm<\/span> CST <\/span><\/span>

Today our ESU Happy Hour takes us on a journey through the pivotal events that shaped America 250 ye…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Film Screening: “Julius Caesar”<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>November 7 @ 10:30 am<\/span> – 12:30 pm<\/span> CST <\/span><\/span>

Film buffs will be delighted as The Linda Hall Library presents this 1953 version of Shakespeare\u2019s…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Bach Area Soloists “In Her Own Words”<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>November 13 @ 7:00 pm<\/span> – 9:00 pm<\/span> CST <\/span><\/span>

The Bach Aria Soloists ensemble brings a rare glimpse into the private lives of six women composers …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

39th Annual British Faire<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>November 14 @ 10:00 am<\/span> – 4:00 pm<\/span> CST <\/span><\/span>

The British Are Coming! \u00a0All ESU members and guests are invited to the 39th Annual British Faire sp…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

A Christmas Carol<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>December 2 @ 7:00 pm<\/span> – 9:00 pm<\/span> CST <\/span><\/span>

All ESU members and Friends of ESU are invited to this holiday classic produced by KCRep. This produ…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>