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Saalika Khan has SIGNED with DDO Artists Agency!

Walid Chaya

May 16, 2023

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)

Wida Karim has SIGNED with DDO Artists Agency!

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.

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

Lau Lapides , Talent Agent, MCVO (Guest Bio)

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.

Jason Crow, Casting Director, Stordahl & Terry Casting (Guest Bio)

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)...

Elmer Blanco, Talent Agent, Avalon Artists Group (Guest Bio)

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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