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From concerts to art exhibits, from academic lectures to conversations with writers, directors, actors, and singers, from film screenings to theatrical performances, the Casa’s calendar is studded with treats for people of all generations and backgrounds. From the outset, the Casa has promoted Italian culture in the broadest sense of the term. Its decision to focus on contemporary Italy is prompted by the desire to present New Yorkers with a country that is not an outdoor museum but rather a modern, complex place that remains pivotal to the international scene, whatever its shortcomings.

The Italian Trade Commission of New York and UNAPROL, a consortium of olive growers established in 1966, have enlisted the American public to Find the Fake. Four olive oils were presented to the guests’ discerning noses and palates. One of them was a NOT 100% Italian, and their task was to identify it.

Fred Plotkin is a world-renowned speaker and writer, much admired for his passion and thorough knowledge of the topics he loves. Looking forward to the upcoming evening with guest Francesco Ernani, i-Italy discusses his memorable conversations held at Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò.

Mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato is in town performing in Rossini's "Le Comte Ory" and Strauss' "Ariadne Auf Naxos" at the Met. On March 30 she was at NYU to talk about her work and opera in general.