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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.

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.

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