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National Shakespeare Competition

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The English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition assists high school teachers across the country with their Shakespeare and language arts curricula. Through the competition, students are encouraged to develop their communication skills and an appreciation of the power of language and literature. 

 

2018 ESU Memphis Shakespeare Competition

Schools in the Memphis area serving grades 9-12 are invited to participate.

School Competition

Complete 2018 School Participation Form by February 15, 2018 to register your school

Notify the ESU Memphis of your School Winner by completing the School Winner Entry Form by February 15, 2018

  • All School Winners must complete and return the Photo Release Form by February 15, 2018

Branch Competition Finals

7:00pm, March 1, 2018 at the University Club of Memphis (1346 Central Ave., Memphis, TN 38104)

National Competition

The ESU Memphis Branch Winner will advance to the National Competition on April 23, 2018 at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater, Lincoln Center, New York City

 

The English-Speaking Union

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The ESU celebrates English as a shared language to foster global understanding and good will by providing educational and cultural opportunities for students, educators, and members.

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