The English-Speaking Union
Naples

The English-speaking Union, Naples Branch promotes literacy, not only through our programs, but also through the local organizations that we support. Our programs highlight the broad base audience we serve-students, educators, English-language learners and members.

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Upcoming Events

Our First Event of the Season!

October 22 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm UTC+0

Special Guest Speaker : Mr. Craig Woodward Topic : “Key Marco and the 1896 Cushing Expedition&…

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Celebrating America!

February 3, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm UTC+0

Special Guest Speaker: Mr. Mitchell Kramer, Topic : “Benjamin Franklin Interpreted” Hors…

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Churchill Dinner

March 14, 2026 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm UTC+0

Special Guest Speaker: Mr. Randy OttoTopic: “Defending Liberty”Reception: 6:00 PM, Dinne…

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Annual Shakespeare Competition

April 13, 2026 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 pm UTC+0

Annual Shakespeare Competition Collier County Library Orange Blossom Auditorium There is no admissio…

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Manual Meeting and Luncheon

April 14, 2026 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm UTC+0

Special Guest Speaker: Mr. Jacob Winge Topic: “Declaration of Independence”, Ridgeway Ba…

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ESU Educational Programs in Naples

What We Do

Shakespeare Competition

The ESU National Shakespeare Competition is a performance-based education program. High school students develop analytical and communication skills by performing Shakespeare at the school, community, and national levels. Since 1983 more than 360,000 students have brought the timeless works of Shakespeare to life.

Evelyn Wrench Lecture Series

The ESU Naples Branch hosts many prominent authors and scholars including ESU’s own Evelyn Wrench Lecture Series named after our founder. These renowned British and American speakers present programs on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to, current events, history, language, literature, art, architecture, and travel.

TLab: Teachers Learning Abroad

Since 1957, the ESU has provided summer study abroad scholarships to middle and high school teachers at Oxford, Edinburgh and Shakespeare’s Globe in London.

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What We Do

Scholarship Programs

The English Speaking Union offers a variety of scholarship programs for students, educators, and lifelong learners.

English in Action Across America

English in Action helps newcomers to the U.S. improve their English language skills and build confidence. Students and volunteers meet weekly for one-to-one conversation practice. At the heart of the program is a commitment to cross-cultural exchange. Students gain insight into life in the U.S. Volunteers learn about different cultures and support immigrants, refugees and other newcomers building new lives in this country.

Debate & Public Speaking

The ESU’s middle and high school debate leagues provide students with the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills through public speaking at debate tournaments in the US throughout the academic year. Students from all over the world also have the opportunity to hone their skills during the International Public Speaking Competition in London.

International Public Speaking Competition

The International Public Speaking Competition brings together outstandingly articulate young people from all over the world for a week of public speaking competition and international cultural exchange with the ESU of the Commonwealth in London. The finalist contestants meet and learn with their peers of different backgrounds and cultures from some 50 countries. Through all its qualifying levels, the program engages more than 40,000 young people globally.

TLab—Travel and Learn Abroad

Study in the United Kingdom for an unforgettable immersive experience! Live and learn on the famed campuses of Oxford and Edinburgh or discover Shakespeare in the context that brought his works to life — exploring his hometown in Stratford or performing on the stage of the Globe Theatre in London.

Shakespeare Writing Competition

This program is designed for students who express their love of Shakespeare through creative and analytical writing. It will consist of competitive and non-competitive writing events for high school students.
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