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FREE Webinar! Acting Demo Reel Creation June 2025
Ready to stand out and book more acting roles?
Join this free webinar for actors and learn how to create a powerful demo reel — even if you don’t have professional footage yet.
Led by award-winning filmmaker and director Walid Chaya, this session will break down what casting directors and agents really want to see so you can stand out and book more work.


FREE Webinar! Casting VIP Ani Avetyan June 2025
Ready to get casting director insight and boost your bookings? Join this free webinar for actors and get expert advice from Casting Director Ani Avetyan — plus a chance for live headshot feedback during the session. With over 17 years of casting network television and films, Ani is a wealth of knowledge. Whether booking a series regular, guest star or co-star on network television, Ani will share insight to help you navigate auditions and bookings.


Looking for an acting agent or manager? Here's a Free Webinar To Find Rep. | June 2025
Are you ready for acting representation but not sure where to start?
Join our complimentary webinar to learn the top 3 strategies for fi


Now Open: 2026 West Hollywood Arts Grant Applications – A Major Opportunity for Artists!
The City of West Hollywood has officially opened applications for its 2026 Arts Grant Program, offering an exciting funding opportunity for artists, collectives, and nonprofit organizations.


'Actors Super Scene Study' Summer Acting Class June 10 - 22 | Studio For Performing Arts LA
Unlock your potential in this 7-week acting class designed to help you book more film and TV roles!
Each season features all-new material, fresh scripts, and weekly lessons with updated tools and techniques. Come as you are—scripts are provided.
Walid will guide you in using the script as your roadmap, helping you master key on-camera techniques. The class culminates with a presentation to an industry special guest in the final session.


ProActor Accelerator: Boost Your Acting Career with Online Membership Coaching
If you're looking to take your acting career to new heights, there's no better investment than ProActor Accelerator – the ultimate launching pad for aspiring actors. With consistent access to top-notch mentorship from Walid, who is well-connected in the industry, the skies are the limit for your career growth.


Free Webinar! Publicity & Social Media for Actors on May 28, 2025
Ready to gain online publicity, interviews, articles and become known in casting? Are you using Instagram, Twitter, or IMDb to network for..


LA Acting Bootcamp July 17-19, 2025 with 12 Casting Directors, Agents & VIPs
What is LA Acting Bootcamp?
A career accelerator for actors to meet and perform for 12 casting pros, agents & directors and to build skills


Meet 3+ Film & TV Rep Showcase + Career Consult: Pilot Season Showcase April 2025
Are you seeking theatrical representation for film and television roles? Or feedback on your personal branding and type? ...


Casting VIP Ani Avetyan Class: Pilot Season April 2025
Pilot Season Special! Booking television and film roles requires sharp cold reading skills. This in-person acting masterclass with Casting..


Meet 3+ Commercial Agents & Managers: Showcase April 2025
Are you seeking commercial representation or feedback on your personal branding and type?...


Walid Chaya Shares Tips for Building a Self-Tape Studio in Your Apartment
"In a post-Covid world, actors are rarely being asked to come in person for first- round auditions.


'Kids All Star Drama Club' Spring Acting Class in West Hollywood, March-April 2025
(Kids Ages 7-14) Explore comedy, drama & hilarious improv games while sharpening speech, stage presence, and teamwork through theatre.


'Actors Super Scene Study' Spring Acting Class in West Hollywood, March-April 2025
LA Actors! Unlock your pilot season potential in our SUPER scene study with studio director Walid Chaya and an industry special guest!


"Ace Your Agent Interview” FREE Webinar, March 2025
Develop strategies to make your agency submissions stand out and ACE your interviews when seeking acting representation for film, television


Casting LA Actors 'Breaking Badly' and 'Meet the Roommates' Winter 2025 One-Act Comedy LA Diversity Showcase and Charity Fundraiser
Auditions are open for a variety of hilarious roles for adults ages 18 and up in two one-act comedy plays, “Breaking Badly” and “Meet the Ro


Walid Chaya Wins Best Male Director at Central Coast Int'l Film Festival for "Darn It Darla!" February 2024
The film took home an award last weekend from the CCIFF. Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film: fame demands its dues.

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2025 'Actors Super Scene Study' Acting Class in West Hollywood, CA Meets Wednesdays
LA Actors!Unlock your pilot season potential in our SUPER scene study with studio director Walid Chaya and an industry special guest!


Need Demo Footage? Film Scenes with StudioReel LA Production Pilot Season 2025
Get noticed by casting & agents with new videos from STUDIOREEL our affordable demo package. Created by Walid Chaya at SPALA.


4 Week Online Acting Class with Casting Director Ani Avetyan & a Bonus Talent Rep - 2025 Pilot Season
Are you ready to take your acting career to the next level and become a TV SERIES REGULAR? Success in Pilot Season can launch your...
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