The New Orleans English Speaking Union Branch is excited to host a buffet dinner at the WorldWar II museum on Monday, October 13th featuring Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill who will be discussing her latest book: Blenheim: 300 Years of Life in a Palace. Come and enjoy this special evening with a very special Lady. Monday, October […]
Sponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania BranchThe 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.Richard D’Oyly Carte (1844-1901) was one […]
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 Executive Plus/Deluxe Suite $2,800 pp double occupancy, $3,900 pp single (Executive Suites at $2,500 pp double / $3,400 pp single are sold out) Step into the enchantment of the holiday season with […]
More Information Coming Soon $90.00 for members/$100.00 for non members. Reservations online or by check to PO Box 57468 NOLA. 70157 Reservations due by 12/3/2025. Parking at $16.00 per vehicle Link to Buy Member Tickets: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WBYRZJKWUCL9G Link to Buy Non-Member Tickets: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/Y566ZMLPZ38SY
From its humble beginnings in 1947, the wife of a Marine Reserve Major wanted todonate dolls to a charity that would distribute the toys to children in need. Sheconvinced her husband to create one. He looked to fellow Marine reservists to get thejob done. The project was a huge success and was officially adopted by the […]
During World War I, Britain made numerous and often contradictory promises in the Middle East—including the Sykes–Picot Agreement, the Balfour Declaration, commitments to Arab leaders, and support for Wilson’s Fourteen Points—in an effort to secure allies. After the Ottoman Empire collapsed, Britain faced the challenge of reconciling these conflicting obligations. Winston Churchill, guided by T. […]
As the calendar turns to 2026, The English-Speaking Union of the United States begins a year-long celebration of 250 years of American independence. Throughout the year, ESU will feature several Happy Hours that give us an opportunity to pause and reflect on this historic milestone.The American Revolution was a war unlike any other—one of ideas […]
February 11, 2026 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST After 250 years, why are Jane Austen’s novels still so popular?Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most famous writers in English literature. Her books are read by people all over the world and have been made into countless TV, film, theatre, and radio adaptations. She is known for her […]
New Orleans Branch Shakespeare Competition
The English-Speaking Union welcomes its members to NYC for the 2026 ESU Annual Conference. The conference, under the theme “United by Language, Inspired by Liberty.” The conference program will include the ESU 2026 Annual General Meeting, social events such as receptions and meals, breakout sessions, panel discussions, and local tours. We invite you to participate […]
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Purchase Regular Tickets here $100: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/632RCLT5N6LXQ Purchase Sponsor Tickets here $200: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/6PSB7RMHERQLG Please join us at the New Orleans Country Club for our Annual King's Birthday Brunch. We'll have a special performance by the students of the Covington High Drama Club. This year's theme is Royal Ascot. We'll of course have our traditional hat competition! […]
