Harold Clurman Festival of the Arts

The Studio would like to thank everyone who supported Stella By Starlight on Monday, October 19, 2009. A special thanks to hosts, Erica and Antonio "LA" Reid, honorees, Elaine Stritch, Whoopi Goldberg, Debra Wasser, Suzanne Shank, Bennett Zier, and presenters, Muriel Siebert, Ruby Dee, James Gandolfini, Kate Mulgrew and Charlie Kireker, who made the evening so special.

The generosity of donors and guests at Stella by Starlight has a direct impact on hundreds of young artists including the New York City teenagers who are served by the Stella Adler Outreach Division. Outreach provides free training to over 500 low-income, inner-city students each year and depends on the support of benefactors to sustain a high level of programming.

Honorees and Award Descriptions

The Stella Adler Award
for prolific achievement in the art of acting
was presented to
ELAINE STRITCH

The Marlon Brando Award
for a life committed to social activism and excellence in film art
was presented to
WHOOPI GOLDBERG

The Harold Clurman Spirit Award
for courageous contribution to the culture of the City of New York and beyond
was presented to
DEBRA WASSER

The Stella Adler Corporate Award
for outstanding commitment and contributions to the betterment of community
was presented to
BENNETT ZIER

The Harold Clurman Corporate Award
for outstanding commitment and contributions to the betterment of community
was presented to
SUZANNE SHANK