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Studio For Performing Arts LA

Nov 8, 2023

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.

Walid Chaya

Apr 26, 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.

BroadwayWorld News: SPALA, MAAC, And CSA Make History With Third Annual MENASA Diversity Showcase

Walid Chaya

Apr 25, 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

Elizabeth Benge, Casting Director (Guest Bio)

Walid Chaya

Apr 11, 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 1, 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..."

Free MENASA Open Casting Call Online Showcase for Diversity and Inclusion in Hollywood Entertainment

Walid Chaya

Mar 30, 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?

About the MENASA Diversity Showcase by Studio For Performing Arts LA & MENA Arts Advocacy Coalition

Walid Chaya

Mar 15, 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

Nov 23, 2022

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!

Testimonial: Actor Tarek Zohdy From Our "2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Virtual Open Call"

Walid Chaya

Sep 3, 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.

2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Screens Over 65 Actors Online At Studio For Performing Arts LA & MAAC

Walid Chaya

May 2, 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.

BroadwayWorld Features 2nd Annual MENASA Diversity Showcase with Star Studded Cast + VIPs

Walid Chaya

May 1, 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."

2022 MENASA Diversity Showcase Virtual Open Call

Walid Chaya

Mar 29, 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

Jan 27, 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.

WINNER! BroadwayWorld Awards "Best Special Event" Presented To Studio For Performing Arts LA

Walid Chaya

Jan 13, 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

Oct 10, 2021

Walid Chaya's Diversity Program Featured in NetNewsLedger

2021 Diversity Initiative 80 MENASA Actors Screened by Hollywood VIPs In Virtual Open Call

Walid Chaya

May 8, 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.

MENASA Actors Diversity Initiative Virtual Open Call For Film & Television Spring 2021

Walid Chaya

Apr 15, 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.