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Vote! BroadwayWorld Awards with 2 Nominations for Studio For Performing Arts LA and Walid Chaya!
Studio For Performing Arts LA has been nominated for 2 categories in the BroadwayWorld 2023 Regional Awards.
Studio For Performing Arts LA
Nov 8, 2023


3rd Annual MENASA Diversity Showcase: Walid Chaya, MAAC, and CSA Host Online Premiere
The third annual MENASA Diversity Showcase had a successful premiere with over 60 actors delivering powerful monologues.
Walid Chaya
Apr 26, 2023


BroadwayWorld News: SPALA, MAAC, And CSA Make History With Third Annual MENASA Diversity Showcase
"The recent MENASA Diversity Showcase, held last Saturday on YouTube, was a triumphant success!" - BroadwayWorld
Walid Chaya
Apr 26, 2023


Elizabeth Benge, Casting Director (Guest Bio)
Elizabeth Benge is known for Redheads Anonymous (2015), Blues's Clues and You (2019-2022), Side Hustle (2022), and Warped (2022).
Walid Chaya
Apr 11, 2023


BroadwayWorld News: Walid Chaya Champions Diversity in 3rd Annual MENASA Showcase with MAAC
"The MENASA Diversity Showcase is not just a response to the ongoing lack of diversity in Hollywood, but a powerful initiative..."
Walid Chaya
Apr 2, 2023


Free MENASA Open Casting Call Online Showcase for Diversity and Inclusion in Hollywood Entertainment
Are you tired of the lack of representation in the entertainment industry? Do you want to showcase your talents and gain industry exposure?
Walid Chaya
Mar 30, 2023


About the MENASA Diversity Showcase by Studio For Performing Arts LA & MENA Arts Advocacy Coalition
The MENASA Diversity Showcase is a unique and impactful initiative aimed at providing a platform for actors of Middle Eastern...
Walid Chaya
Mar 16, 2023

Vote! BroadwayWorld Awards with 3 Nominations for Studio For Performing Arts LA and Walid Chaya
Studio Director Walid Chaya and Studio for Performing Arts nominated for a total of THREE Awards in the BroadwayWorld 2022 Regional Awards!
Walid Chaya
Nov 23, 2022

Testimonial: Actor Tarek Zohdy From Our "2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Virtual Open Call"
Studio For Performing Arts LA member Tarek Zohdy shares a testimonial from the "2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Virtual Open Call" with MAAC.
Walid Chaya
Sep 3, 2022


2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Screens Over 65 Actors Online At Studio For Performing Arts LA & MAAC
Over 65 actors of MENASA descent were virtually screened and performed for an exclusive television & film industry panel on April 30, 2022.
Walid Chaya
May 2, 2022


BroadwayWorld Features 2nd Annual MENASA Diversity Showcase with Star Studded Cast + VIPs
"Over 65 actors of MENASA descent were virtually screened and performed for an exclusive television and film industry panel last Saturday."
Walid Chaya
May 2, 2022


2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Virtual Open Call
Studio For Performing Arts LA just announced the return of their MENASA Diversity Showcase Virtual Open Call to be held online this month.
Walid Chaya
Mar 29, 2022

Director Walid Chaya Awarded For MENASA Actors Diversity Initiative Ft. New York Daily Trends News
"Middle Eastern Actor Walid Chaya Directs Winning MENASA Diversity Event In Hollywood" as seen in "New York Daily Trends" news.
Walid Chaya
Jan 27, 2022


WINNER! BroadwayWorld Awards "Best Special Event" Presented To Studio For Performing Arts LA
Studio For Performing Arts LA is the WINNER of the Regional 2021 BroadwayWorld Awards "Best Special Event" for our MENASA Diversity Showcase
Walid Chaya
Jan 13, 2022


Walid Chaya's Diversity Program Featured in NetNewsLedger
Walid Chaya's Diversity Program Featured in NetNewsLedger
Walid Chaya
Oct 11, 2021


2021 Diversity Initiative 80 MENASA Actors Screened by Hollywood VIPs In Virtual Open Call
On May 8th, 2021 our open call helped performers of MENASA descent raise their acting profile & visibility to a panel of TV & film VIPs.
Walid Chaya
May 8, 2021


MENASA Actors Diversity Initiative Virtual Open Call For Film & Television Spring 2021
MENASA actors perform a monologue online for a panel of TV & film VIPs in our next open call diversity initiative, free for performers.
Walid Chaya
Apr 16, 2021
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