# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 30 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 30 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Five Degrees Above Polaris by Karen Howes Set in 1847, this witty historical comedy follows the American astronomer Maria Mitchell.About this EventThe Italian American Playwrights Series aims to spotlight authentic Italian American voices and stories that reflect the diverse experiences, heritage, and cultural intersections of the Italian American community. Five selected plays are given a public reading at Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimo’ at NYU and at the Calandra Institute for Italian American Studies.Five Degrees Above Polaris by Karen HowesSet in 1847, this witty historical comedy follows American astronomer Maria Mitchell as she travels to Rome to claim credit for discovering a comet—only to find herself caught in an Italian uprising, tangled with priests, professors, and passionate revolutionaries. Five Degrees Above Polaris blends science, faith, and Italian spirit in a story about recognition, resilience, and transformation.Karen Howes is an award-winning playwright and lyricist whose works have been produced nationwide. Winner of the Bennett Prize for Best Comedy and the Mach33 New Science-Driven Play Award, she writes with heart, humor, and intellect. Her plays have been finalists for over two dozen national competitions, including the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize and the Woodward/Newman Constellation Prize.Organizers: Kairos Italy Theater, Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimo’ at NYU and the Calandra Institute for Italian American Studies. The series is supported in part by UNICO-Broohaven. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/the-italian-american-playwrights-series-part-4/100001969841627334 - **Event Categories**: comedy, contests, art, theatre, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Calandra Institute - **lat**: 40.75491269999999 - **long**: -73.98168840000001 - **full address**: Calandra Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c44ef7490506e464798d508cab915f8d7bc5d0a8d06c4c6adfbb4c4294941355-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcf0eeeb-gmir.jpg?v=1763621078 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4 being held? - **A:** The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4 takes place on Mon, 30 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 30 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Calandra Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4? - **A:** The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4 is organized by KIT-Kairos Italy Theater. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Italian American Playwrights Series part 4 is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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