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Walid Chaya shares how curiosity, consistency, and community have shaped his creative journey, from acting and filmmaking to education, entrepreneurship, and creating opportunities for artists.

Discover Crazy Rich Arabs, a new Arab American romantic comedy filming in Los Angeles this fall, celebrating Arab culture, family, community, and authentic multicultural storytelling.

Canvas Rebel features Walid Chaya as he shares his work ethic, acting career, creative journey, and advice for building a sustainable career in the arts.

If your company may be interested in partnering with or sponsoring the film, we'd love the opportunity to connect.

Support the CRAZY RICH ARABS independent film fundraiser and help bring this comedy feature from script to screen. Donate, share, and join us as we prepare to film in Los Angeles.

Bold Journey features Walid Chaya as he shares his work ethic, acting career, creative journey, and advice for artists through Studio for Performing Arts LA.

Actor, filmmaker, and educator Walid Chaya shares his journey from performer to entrepreneur, discussing storytelling, arts education, and building opportunities for artists through his creative work.

Walid Chaya hosted the 4th Annual LA Monologue & Song SLAM and LA Creatives Networking Mixer in Downtown Los Angeles, bringing together actors, filmmakers, musicians, and creatives for live performances, networking, and industry connection.

I had an incredible time hosting the 4th Annual LA Monologue & Song SLAM in Downtown Los Angeles, bringing together actors, singers, filmmakers, and creatives for a night of performances, networking, and community.

Directed by Walid Chaya, "Darn It Darla!" is a short film where he stars as a manipulative talent manager, following a former child stars...

Walid Chaya shares his journey with Canvas Rebel, discussing acting, filmmaking, Studio For Performing Arts LA, and creating opportunities for artists through training and industry access.

I reflect on directing the MENASA Showcase at the Hollywood Arab Film Festival, celebrating a powerful weekend of culture, storytelling, and community.

The 4th Annual MENASA Diversity Actors Showcase returned as a hybrid event, connecting actors nationwide with industry professionals through live performances in Los Angeles and a digital talent database.

Level Up Magazine highlights the MENASA Actors Showcase, expanding access for diverse talent through Studio For Performing Arts LA and the Hollywood Arab Film Festival, connecting actors with industry professionals nationwide.

The MENASA Diversity Actors Showcase returns for its fourth year, continuing its mission to elevate actors of Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian, and Southwest Asian backgrounds.

The 4th Annual MENASA Diversity Actors Showcase returns on April 18, 2026 at Culver City Theatre in Los Angeles, bringing together emerging actors and top industry professionals for a one night live event.

I recently had the opportunity to speak on a Vertical Dramas panel at the Hollywood Movie Awards, alongside casting director Paul Ruddy, and platform leaders Yoko Chen (GoodShort) and Jenny Rosen (DramaBox). The conversation was less about hype and more about clarity—specifically, how this format fits into the larger ecosystem actors are navigating today.

"Interviewer: You’ve built multiple platforms alongside your creative career—Moonlit Wings Productions, Studio for Performing Arts LA, and the Studio for Performing Arts Foundation. What does each one do, and how do they work together? Walid: Each platform plays a specific role within one connected ecosystem. Moonlit Wings Productions is my creative banner, where I develop original film, theatre, and live storytelling projects as a writer, director, and producer. Studio for

Vertical dramas are quickly changing how stories are told and how actors get cast. This 2026 HAMA exclusive panel in Los Angeles brings together industry leaders to break down how short form vertical storytelling is reshaping the entertainment landscape and creating real opportunities for performers.

Harriet, a once-promising filmmaker, is stuck in the suburbs of New Jersey. Alienated from her cheating husband and spurned by her teenage daughter, she secretly enrolls in film school to revive her long-lost dream.