J.R.R. Tolkien was a towering figure in the world of twentieth-century English letters. His labors on Beowulf continue to shape the literary landscape, his work on the Oxford English Dictionary […]

With wit, insight, and passion, Professor Loomis brings Shakespeare to life in ways that are both entertaining and inspiring. In this one-hour Zoom session, she will share strategies for engaging […]

Co-Authors Dr. Robin Werner and her colleague, Dr. Elizabeth Lewis, will discuss their book titled Vampire Literature: An Anthology. Specifically, they will talk about the anthology’s inspiration and the challenges […]

Patrons of the English-Speaking Union:Our annual Patron Party for the supporters of the New Orleans Branch of the ESU of the United States is coming up in October and we are heavily into the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]