Olivia Clari Nice is a dynamic actor and multidisciplinary artist, known for bringing depth and authenticity to every role. From commanding performances in Shakespearean classics, such as Beatrice in Lileana Blain-Cruz’s Much Ado About Nothing, to standout portrayals in independent films like Restorage, Slamdance 2024’s Grand Jury Prize winner, she has earned acclaim for her versatility and commitment to her craft. Olivia’s ability to seamlessly transition between genres—whether it’s a CW Action Crime Drama or an indie rom-com—has garnered her accolades, including PCFF’s Best Actress in a Narrative Feature Award (March 2024). Her fearlessness extends to performing her own stunts in feature films and starring in over 100 national ad campaigns.
A Princeton graduate at just 20, Olivia holds a degree in Religion, fluency in French, and over 80 theater and film credits, including original works she has written herself. Her academic journey took her across the globe, where a pivotal stay at a Buddhist temple in Yangon, Myanmar, revealed a profound crossroads between Eastern religion and Western acting techniques. This led to her thesis, which directly compared Stanislavski's An Actor Prepares with the Yoga Sutras of Patañjali, uncovering sources previously censored by the USSR.
In addition to her performance work,
Olivia is a certified Lucid Body teacher,
coaching other actors and corporate clients using Jungian psychology, archetypes, and somatics to enhance their presence, versatility, and longevity on stage and screen. Her academic curiosity extends to various metaphysical traditions, with a passion for Stanislavski’s system, the chakra work of Lucid Body, Jung’s theory of individuation, and Balinese ritual dance.
As a published academic writer, Olivia has spearheaded notable works such as Federico Fellini's 8 1/2 as a Narrative of Jungian Individuation and Yoga for the Actor: The Hidden Key to Stanislavski’s System. Her deep intellectual exploration informs her artistic practice, setting her apart in both the academic and entertainment realms.
Outside of acting, Olivia is an award-winning singer, competitive-level swimmer, and a world traveler, having lived and worked in the US, France, South Africa, and Southeast Asia. Her unique life experiences and commitment to excellence make her a compelling force in the entertainment industry.
