Canvas Rebel Interviews Walid Chaya Spring 2026

In this interview, I share how I built a full time career as an actor, director, filmmaker, and educator while navigating the entertainment industry across Washington DC, New York City, and Los Angeles.

I talk about booking television roles on projects like The Blacklist: Redemption and Madam Secretary, launching Studio for Performing Arts LA and Moonlit Wings Productions, and creating opportunities for actors through training, showcases, and original storytelling. I also reflect on how my Lebanese American background, family journey, and experiences across different cities shaped my resilience, creative voice, and long term vision in the arts.

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