Elizabeth Banks feted as Hasty’s Woman of the Year
From her work on “The Hunger Games” Elizabeth Banks has seen (and worn!) wigs that resemble a luminescent Vesuvius, DayGlo eyeshadow, and gowns in colors charitably described as aggressive. Though typically not while parading in the back of a convertible through Harvard Square in 40-degree weather, surrounded by dancing and cheering onlookers. Such is the lot of the Hasty Pudding Theatricals’ Woman of the Year. “This is a beautiful, very exciting, very unique experience,” Banks said after being recognized for her achievements by members of the Pudding. “This is a great group of artists that I’m sure will go out and improve the world we live in.” Elizabeth Banks poses with her name plate on the wall honoring past Pudding Pot recipients. Stephanie Mitchell/Harvard Staff Photographer In selecting the Pittsfield, Mass., native for the annual honor, members of the nation’s oldest theatrical organization pointed to her celebrated work as a television and...