MFA Student, Nellie Kluz, Receives Princess Grace Award!

Congratulations to Nellie Kluz (MFA, 2017) for receiving the prestigious Princess Grace Award in the category of film! The Princess Grace Foundation-USA is a non-profit established 34 years ago by Prince Rainier III of Monaco to honor his wife, Princess Grace’s [Kelly] legacy.

The mission is dedicated to identifying and assisting emerging talent in theater, dance, and film by awarding grants in the form of scholarships, apprenticeships, and fellowships.

Every year, the Foundation carries on the legacy of Princess Grace (Kelly) of Monaco and honors a new group of emerging artists in theater, dance and film. 

Since its inception, more than 800 recipients have been awarded, totaling over $11 million.

Nellie will use her funds to help realize her MFA Thesis Project titled “Passion Play”.