{"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":"2026-04-12T12:44:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T17:44:12","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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People’s Choice Award<\/h2>\n

The People’s Choice Award is an event for the whole ESU Shakespeare community! ESU members, friends, families, teachers, classmates, and communities will be able to vote for their favorite First Place Shakespeare Competition winner from ESU Branches all over the U.S. <\/h3>\n Read More<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Shakespeare Competition Winners<\/h2>\n

The Kansas City Branch of the English-Speaking Union is excited to announce the winners of its 42nd annual Shakespeare Competition held on March 1, 2026. Tristan Jenkins, a senior from Olathe South High School, Olathe, Kansas, won First Place in the ESU Kansas City Branch Shakespeare Competition. <\/h3>\n Read More<\/i><\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\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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2026 Annual General Meeting<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>April 23<\/span> – April 26<\/span><\/span>

The English-Speaking Union welcomes its members to NYC for the 2026 ESU Annual Conference on April 2…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

2026 ESU National Shakespeare Competition Weekend<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>April 25 @ 8:00 am<\/span> – April 27 @ 5:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

The ESU National Shakespeare Competition returns to New York City for an unforgettable weekend of fu…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

WorldQuest 2026<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>April 30 @ 6:00 pm<\/span> – 9:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

If you love trivia contests, this event is for you! The International Relations Council is hosting W…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Think & Drink: Fueling the Show: Nutrition Strategy of Major League Baseball<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>May 7 @ 6:00 pm<\/span> – 7:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Most people think professional baseball players have unlimited resources and perfect nutrition. The …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

Happy Hour: Elizabeth I: in Her Own Words<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>May 13 @ 4:00 pm<\/span> – 5:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

ESU National Board Member Mary Coleman Way in Conversation with Tamara Meneghini on Elizabeth I…<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

The History of Shakespearean Theatre in Hawaii<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>June 3 @ 4:00 pm<\/span> – 5:00 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 \u2022 5:00 PM ETSponsored by the ESU Hawaii and Seattle Branches Did you …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div>

ESU Festival Group Night<\/a><\/h2>
\"\"<\/a><\/div>July 1 @ 8:00 pm<\/span> – 10:30 pm<\/span> CDT <\/span><\/span>

Macbeth is a Shakespearian tragedy play that tells the story of a brave Scottish general named …<\/p>Find out more »<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>