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Los Angeles Acting Reel Intensive: Custom Demo Scenes Filming Fall 2025
For actors ready to take their careers to the next level, the Los Angeles Acting Intensive offers a powerful opportunity to create a professional demo reel with real cinematic value. This 4-day program is designed to equip actors with a custom scene, casting simulation experience, and a polished, professional shoot—all led by Hollywood directors.
Created by Studio For Performing Arts LA in collaboration with Rapid Reelz and acclaimed actor/director Jorge-Luis Pallo, this u

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 25, 2025


Walid Chaya’s “Darn It Darla!” is a finalist at the 2025 Buenos Aires International Film Festival
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
Jul 24, 2025


Online Acting Class: Train with Disney & Ava DuVernay Casting Pro M’saada Nia on Nov 11, 2025
Actors, ready to sharpen your on-camera skills and impress casting directors?
Join us for a special online acting class with casting director M’saada Nia on Tuesday, September 30 at 6:00pm PT and learn directly from one of Hollywood’s most inspiring casting pros.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 22, 2025


Free Publicity & Social Media Webinar: Get Discovered & Build Buzz with Walid Chaya on Oct. 15, 2025
Ready to gain online publicity, interviews, articles and become known in casting? Are you using Instagram, Twitter, or IMDb to network for..

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 17, 2025


Free Acting Webinar: 3 Ways To Find An Agent on Sept. 3, 2025
Are you ready for acting representation but not sure where to start?
Join a free live webinar with award-winning industry expert Walid Chaya and discover the top three strategies for finding and working with a talent agent or personal manager—whether you're based in Los Angeles or anywhere in the world.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 16, 2025


Free Acting Webinar: 3 Steps for Career Growth with Walid Chaya on Sept. 30, 2025
Actors, want to book more roles and position yourself as a leading actor in this industry? If you’ve already nailed the basics like self-submissions, representation, and consistent training, then this free webinar is your next step.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 16, 2025


Walid Chaya On-Screen in "Magic Hour" Feature Comedy at Berkshire International Film Festival May 2025
Watch Walid Chaya with Miriam Shore in the World Premire of MAGIC HOUR, an Official Selection of the Berkshire International Film Festival.

Walid Chaya
Jul 16, 2025


ACTion! Pop Star Spotlight Kids Camp: Aug 4–8, 2025 – Sing, Dance & Perform in West Hollywood
Looking for a summer camp that’s as fun as it is confidence-boosting? This August, your child can shine like their favorite pop stars at the ACTion! POP STAR SPOTLIGHT camp — a brand-new, one-week program by Studio For Performing Arts LA in partnership with the City of West Hollywood Recreation Services Division.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 11, 2025


ACTion! Wickedly Wizard & Witches: Kids Perform & Play in West Hollywood | July 21–25, 2025
Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your young performer? This July, the City of West Hollywood Recreation Services Division and Studio For Performing Arts LA are teaming up to bring kids ages 7–14 a brand-new, one-week Oz-themed musical theater camp. Perfect for sparking imagination, building stage confidence, and making lifelong friends.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 10, 2025


Fall Actor Showcase: Meet 12 Casting Pros & Acting Agents at LA Acting Bootcamp Nov 2025
Actors, want to land more roles? master your audition skills, and get face time with the decision-makers who cast real projects? Mark your calendars: Nov 13–15, 2025 is your chance to do exactly that at the highly anticipated LA Acting Bootcamp in Hollywood!

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 9, 2025


Book Roles & Build Your Reel! Chapman’s 2025–2026 Actor Database Now Open
Actors, If you’re looking to build your demo reel, practice your craft, and collaborate with emerging filmmakers, this is your moment! Starting in the 2025–2026 academic year, casting professional Russell Boast (who also heads casting at Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film & Media Arts) has introduced something truly game-changing: an ACTOR DATABASE that connects performers with student film and class projects.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jul 3, 2025


Acting eBook: Quick Prep Guide for Actors with Scene Study and Character Worksheet
Acting eBook: Quick Prep Guide for Actors with Scene Study and Character Worksheet

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 17, 2025


Acting eBook: 20 Top Kids Acting Agencies & Managers in Los Angeles & New York City
Acting eBook: 20 Top Kids Acting Agencies & Managers in Los Angeles & New York City

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 17, 2025


Acting eBook: 20 Top Southeast Acting Agencies & Managers Accepting Online Submissions
Acting eBook: 20 Top Southeast Acting Agencies & Managers Accepting Online Submissions

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 16, 2025


Acting eBook: 20 Top Acting Agencies & Managers in NYC Accepting Online Submissions
Are you an actor ready to take your career to the next level in New York City? Whether you're looking for your first rep or making a move to upgrade your current representation, the search can be overwhelming, especially without industry connections.
That’s why we created the Essential eBook for NYC Actors Seeking Representation — your trusted, up-to-date guide to 20 top talent agencies and managers in New York currently accepting online submissions with no referrals needed

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 16, 2025


Acting eBook: 20 Top Acting Agencies & Managers in Los Angeles Accepting Submissions
Sending cover letters as an actor can feel like shouting into the void — especially when you're trying to land representation. But what if there was a proven formula that actually gets your emails read?
Introducing the Essential eBook for Actor Cover Letters — your go-to guide for crafting professional, attention-grabbing outreach that helps you stand out from the crowd and land the rep you deserve.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 16, 2025


Acting eBook: The Secret Formula to Get Signed
Sending cover letters as an actor can feel like shouting into the void — especially when you're trying to land representation. But what if there was a proven formula that actually gets your emails read?
Introducing the Essential eBook for Actor Cover Letters — your go-to guide for crafting professional, attention-grabbing outreach that helps you stand out from the crowd and land the rep you deserve.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 12, 2025


Acting eBook: The Ultimate Performer's Guide to Publicity, Marketing & Social Media Mastery
In a world where the entertainment industry moves faster than ever, talent alone isn’t enough. Whether you're stepping onto the stage, screen, or into a casting room, how you present yourself can make all the difference.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 11, 2025


FAQ: Acting eBooks Performance Guides, Agent Directory & Resources 2025
Professional acting eBooks can help you sharpen your craft, prepare for auditions, strengthen your submissions to agents and managers, and build a lasting acting career — no matter where you’re based.

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 10, 2025


Free Acting Webinar! 5 Habits to Book Big Roles, RSVP for Aug 13, 2025!
Learn the 5 key habits of successful actors and how to adopt them to achieve your career goals. Walid's clients have seen amazing results...

Studio For Performing Arts LA
Jun 9, 2025
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