Saalika Khan has SIGNED with DDO Artists Agency!
Saalika Khan has SIGNED with DDO Artists Agency after being scouted from our "MENASA Diversity Showcase". (May 2023)
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Walid Chaya
May 13, 2023
Wida Karim has SIGNED with DDO Artists Agency!
Wida Karim has SIGNED with DDO Artists Agency after being scouted from our "MENASA Diversity Showcase". (May 2023)
Walid Chaya
May 2, 2023
John Ort, Casting Director, (Guest Bio)
John's other credits are The Home, The Creator, Fire Island, The Water Song, Anya, Last Ferry, Evolution: Siren, Etymology, Rabbit Hole, Me
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.
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
Walid Chaya
Apr 16, 2023
Lau Lapides , Talent Agent, MCVO (Guest Bio)
Lau Lapides is the owner and president of Lau Lapides Company, which has hybrid online and in-person studios in Boston, NYC, and LA.
Walid Chaya
Apr 14, 2023
Jason Crow, Casting Director, Stordahl & Terry Casting (Guest Bio)
Jason Crow is known for McMillions (2020), Leverage Redemption (2021-2023), In the Dark (2019-2022)...
Walid Chaya
Apr 12, 2023
Elmer Blanco, Talent Agent, Avalon Artists Group (Guest Bio)
Elmer Blanco is an experienced Talent Agent currently working at Avalon Artists Group.
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..."
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?
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
Dec 4, 2022
Walid Chaya at NFMLA Film Festival InFocus: ‘Arab Cinema’
Actor and Director Walid Chaya attends NewFilmmakers Los Angeles for Film Festival InFocus: Arab Cinema.
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.
Walid Chaya
Jun 17, 2022
Walid Chaya Trailer “Driving Ms. Saudi” Official Selection 2022 Marina del Rey Film Festival
As of 2018 women were finally allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia. Watch “Driving Ms. Saudi” by Walid Chaya at the Marina del Rey Film Festival
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.
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."
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.
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
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