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Todd Stark has SIGNED with Talent Agent Mindy Treitel, Bella Talent Agency, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp". (April 2025)

The Bootcamp’s opportunities to perform a range of material for diverse casting directors, agents, and managers was truly transformative. I connected with amazing actors in and outside of LA—and even have a potential meeting with a manager! Walid is incredibly generous and uplifting. Thank you, Walid!

The City of West Hollywood has officially opened applications for its 2026 Arts Grant Program, offering an exciting funding opportunity for artists, collectives, and nonprofit organizations.

Indrani Kowlessar has a REQUEST with Personal Manager Mike Tauber, Ellen Meyer Management, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp". (April 2025)

"A dark comedy with teeth, Darn It Darla! made a memorable mark during its screening at the Hollywood Arab Film Festival (HAFF), where it was featured as part of the LA Voices Showcase highlighting standout talent from the Los Angeles filmmaking community.

Deborah Mesa has a MEETING with Personal Manager Marilyn R. Atlas, Marilyn Atlas Management, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp". (April 2025)

As the 4th edition of the Hollywood Arab Film Festival (HAFF) came to a close, one standout screening during the LA Voices block captivated audiences with biting satire, timely themes, and a star-studded creative team. Darn It Darla!, a dark comedy directed and starring Lebanese-American filmmaker Walid Chaya, screened on Sunday, April 13 at 2:00pm at Look Cinema Glendale, marking a celebratory closing day of this year’s Arab Heritage Month festivities.

Corsha Johnson has a REQUEST with Personal Manager Mike Tauber, Ellen Meyer Management, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp"...

Unlock your potential in this 7-week acting class designed to help you book more film and TV roles! Each season features all-new material, fresh scripts, and weekly lessons with updated tools and techniques. Come as you are—scripts are provided. Walid will guide you in using the script as your roadmap, helping you master key on-camera techniques. The class culminates with a presentation to an industry special guest in the final session.

Isaiah Davis has SIGNED with Talent Agent Mindy Treitel, Bella Talent Agency, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp". (April 2025)

On April 5, 2025, at the Zephyr Theatre, magic happened. It was an absolute joy to reconnect with familiar faces and warmly welcome new ones into the Hollywood scene. The evening came alive with vibrant music, fun icebreakers, thrilling raffles, and an unforgettable special guest performance that had everyone buzzing. A heartfelt thank you to the amazing LA actors and the incredible film & TV creatives who joined us. Your talent, energy, and presence made the night truly o

Next stop for my film, "Darn It Darla!" We’re screening Love Wins International Film Festival on Friday, May 3 at 6PM in Long Island, NY! Tickets are available now at darnitdarla.com or directly via the Love Wins Festival website. Don’t wait — seating is limited! “Fame demands its dues.” I had the honor of directing this dark comedy — and playing Blake, the manipulative talent manager working the industry from the shadows. LOGLINE: A former child star fights for a

Casting a variety of hilarious roles for adults ages 18 and up in the one-act comedy play “Crazytown,” directed by Jon Taylor and produced by Walid Chaya for Studio For Performing Arts LA.

Corsha Johnson has a REQUEST with Personal Manager Mike Tauber, Ellen Meyer Management, after participating in our "LA Acting Bootcamp"...

The actors did an amazing job acting in their impressive reels.

Grateful to share my movie “Darn It Darla!” on closing day of the Hollywood Arab Film Festival - HAFF! It was an unforgettable screening surrounded by friends, cast, crew, and so much love. Thank you to everyone who came out to support — your presence meant the world. Amazing to finally have my co-star and dear friend Quincy attend and see our film on the big screen, to a packed audience!