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.

Marjan Safa has an AUDITION request from DPD Casting for the film "Breathe Brother Breathe", after participating in our MENASA Diversity Sho

Khalil LeSaldo has signed with BAC Talent Management for commercial and print representation after responding to our talent search notice...

Sapna Kumar has BOOKED a play with The Inkwell Theater after a casting referral from Walid and registering for our MENASA Diversity Showcase

Tayeb Jasoor has BOOKED a play with The Inkwell Theater after a casting referral from Walid and registering for our MENASA Diversity...

Studio For Performing Arts LA has been nominated for 2 categories in the BroadwayWorld 2023 Regional Awards.