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Love Wins Film Fest Screens "Darn It Darla" in Long Island NY on May 3, 2025
Next stop for my film, "Darn It Darla!" We’re screening Love Wins International Film Festival on Friday, May 3 at 6PM in Long Island, NY!
Tickets are available now at darnitdarla.com or directly via the Love Wins Festival website. Don’t wait — seating is limited!
“Fame demands its dues.” I had the honor of directing this dark comedy — and playing Blake, the manipulative talent manager working the industry from the shadows.
LOGLINE: A former child star fights for a
Walid Chaya
11 hours ago

Corsha Johnson has a REQUEST from Ellen Meyer Management!
Corsha Johnson has a REQUEST with Personal Manager Mike Tauber, Ellen Meyer Management, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp"...
Studio For Performing Arts LA
20 hours ago

Walid Chaya Attends The Hollywood Arab Film Festival 2025 for "Darn It Darla" Screening
Grateful to share my movie “Darn It Darla!” on closing day of the Hollywood Arab Film Festival - HAFF! It was an unforgettable screening surrounded by friends, cast, crew, and so much love.
Thank you to everyone who came out to support — your presence meant the world.
Amazing to finally have my co-star and dear friend Quincy attend and see our film on the big screen, to a packed audience!
Walid Chaya
1 day ago

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..
Studio For Performing Arts LA
3 days ago

Chris Lopez has a MEETING with Marilyn Atlas Management!
Chris Lopez has a MEETING with Personal Manager Marilyn R. Atlas, Marilyn Atlas Management, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp". (April 2025)


Open Call For Singers in LA "Wicked" April 21, 2025
***Equity and Non-Equity singers are welcome to attend.
Authorization to legally work in the United States is required. *
Monday, April


Calling All Young Black Artists in LA! "Ubuntu Monologue Competition" April 2025
🎭 Calling All Young Black Artists in Los Angeles! 🎭
Are you ready to take the stage?
Ubuntu Stage presents the Voices of Tomorrow..


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

4-Wk Online Acting Class: Casting VIP Ani Avetyan + Rep Summer/July 2025
Are you ready to take your acting career to the next level and become a TV SERIES REGULAR? Success in TV and Film can launch your career...


Dark Comedy ‘Darn It Darla!’ Wins HRIFF People’s Choice Award, Featured in Vents Magazine – April 2025
The dark comedy short film Darn It Darla! continues to impress on the festival circuit, most recently taking home the Best Comedy Short...
Walid Chaya
Apr 6


Walid Chaya's "Darla!" Film in Cali Post for People's Choice 'Best Comedy Short' at HRIFF April 2025
The critically acclaimed dark comedy short film Darn It Darla! continues to make waves on the festival circuit, securing the Best Comedy....
Walid Chaya
Apr 6

RSVP for LA CREATIVES PARTY: April 5, 2025 Film TV Creatives Mixer by Studio For Performing Arts LA
Back by popular demand, our LA CREATIVES PARTY returns for an afternoon to remember presented by Walid Chaya with Studio For Performing Arts


Recap: SPALA's 'Meet The Roommates' & 'Breaking Badly' Comedies to Benefit The California Fire Foundation! March 2025
This past Saturday, El Centro Theatre in Hollywood was filled with laughter and purpose as Studio For Performing Arts LA presented two...
Walid Chaya
Mar 14


One-Act Comedies Take the Stage at Studio for Performing Arts LA to Support the California Fire Foundation – March 2025
This past Saturday, El Centro Theatre in Hollywood was filled with laughter and purpose as Studio For Performing Arts LA presented two one..
Walid Chaya
Mar 5


SPALA Presents: Walid Chaya Showcases Comedy Plays in Hollywood to Benefit the California Fire Foundation – March 2025
Last Saturday, El Centro Theatre in Hollywood buzzed with energy as Studio For Performing Arts LA presented two uproarious one-act comedies
Walid Chaya
Mar 3

FREE Webinar! "Publicity & Social Media" on April 10 2025
Ready to gain online publicity, interviews, articles and become known in casting? Are you using Instagram, Twitter, or IMDb to network for..

Walid Chaya Shines in ‘Magic Hour’ Premiere at Santa Barbara Film Festival Feb. 2025
The 40th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival kicked off with a bang this year, and one of the standout moments was the world...
Walid Chaya
Feb 26

Maryann Fisher has SIGNED with Hutson Agency!
Maryann Fisher has SIGNED with Talent Agent Sylvia Hutson, Hutson Talent Agency, after participating in our "ProActor Accelerator" program.

Walid Chaya Featured in Voyage LA’s ‘Rising Stars’ Series
Today we’d like to introduce you to Walid Chaya
Hi Walid, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers
Walid Chaya
Feb 12

'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.
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