🎭 About the Film Initative

A hotshot lawyer living in Los Angeles reunites with his long-lost twin, a sheltered musician visiting from Beirut for an arranged marriage, setting off a wild identity swap, romantic chaos, and a family showdown.

Inspired by Walid Chaya's Lebanese heritage and my experiences growing up between cultures, CRAZY RICH ARABS is a funny, heartfelt story about family, identity, love, and belonging.

Produced, Written & Starring Walid Chaya
Co-Written by Jimmy Monack
Directed by Peter Takla
Casting by Ani Avetyan

🎥 Why We're Raising Funds

The Studio For Performing Arts Foundation is supporting the CRAZY RICH ARABS Educational Film Initiative, which advances arts education, diverse storytelling, mentorship, cultural representation, and opportunities for emerging artists and creative professionals.

Your support helps provide:

✅ Artist mentorship and educational opportunities

✅ Student and emerging artist participation

✅ Professional cast and creative engagement

✅ Community outreach and cultural programming

✅ Production resources and educational experiences

✅ Locations, equipment, and creative services

✅ Editing, post-production, and program administration

✅ Workforce development and hands-on learning opportunities

📣 Can't Donate?

You can still make a huge difference by:

🎬 Volunteering behind-the-scenes or joining on-screen as an Extra! Shoots between mid-October and November in LA. Reach out to learn more!

🔄 Sharing this page

📱 Posting on social media

👥 Telling friends and family

🤝 Connecting us with potential sponsors or supporters

🙌 Thank You!

CRAZY RICH ARABS – Feature Film Fundraiser

🎬 We need to raise $19,000! Every contribution supports the CRAZY RICH ARABS Educational Film Initiative, advancing diverse storytelling, mentorship, and opportunities for artists and emerging creatives as we prepare for production this fall.

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