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Meryl Streep
2006 - English Language Actress
Through a charmed confluence of hard work, determination, networking, and good karma, the award events honoring the work of super-luminary and all-around great human being, Meryl Streep, brought joy to everyone who participated.
The 3rd Annual Coolidge Award
Selected to win the Coolidge Award in the category of English Language Actress, Ms. Streep arrived in Boston by train on an unexpectedly snowy day in April. The two-day celebration that followed included:
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A panel on the creative processes behind the film Adaptation. Participants included Streep, writer-director Charlie Kauffman, writer Susan Orlean, and actor Chris Cooper.
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A special sneak preview of A Prarie Home Companion, introduced by director Robert Altman.
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The Coolidge Award ceremony, which featured live tributes from actors Kevin Kline, John C. Reilly and Chris Cooper; musician Patty Larkin; writer Susan Orlean; New York Times critic Janet Maslin; and directors Robert Altman and Charlie Kauffman.
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Repertory screenings included The Deer Hunter, Kramer vs. Kramer, Sophie's Choice, Silkwood, Out of Africa, The Hours, The French Lieutenant's Woman, Manhattan, and Defending Your Life.
About Meryl Streep
Actress Meryl Streep has garnered critical acclaim and numerous awards for her work in film, television and theater. Notable film credits include Julia, The Deer Hunter, The French Lieutenant's Woman, Kramer vs. Kramer, Sophie's Choice, Silkwood, Adaptation, and The Devil Wears Prada.