The Playwriting Podcast
The Playwriting Podcast, hosted by Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre, will offer strategies and techniques for playwrights (and writers in general) "to get out of their heads" and write better, feel more motivated, get into that CREATIVITY ZONE, find more productive ways to complete a work, and to simply have more fun creating! Each episode we will explore what works and what doesn't work, so that you can jump start your playwriting and take your work to the next level.
Creating a Western Play! - Part Two!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 505th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
CREATING A WESTERN PLAY! Part Two!
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CREATING A WESTERN PLAY!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 504th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
CREATING A WESTERN PLAY!
Come see THE FALLEN by Rita Lewis opening October 10th in NYC at Chain Theatre Main Stage Theatre, 312 West 36th St. New York City!
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MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to...
The 500th Episode Compilation Episode: Action & Events and The Emotional Event Map
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 503rd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
The 500th Episode Compilation Episode:
Action & Events and The Emotional Event Map
THE FINAL 500TH EPISODE CELEBRATION COMPILATION IS HERE!
After 500 episodes of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST, what are the profoundly important ideas I keep coming back to again and again? What have I learned from writing plays, directing over 150 productions, and working with hundreds of playwrights? For this final celebration compilation, I wanted to bring together...
500th Episode Compilation #3 - A Professor Albert Compilation!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 502 episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
500th Episode Compilation #3 - A Professor Albert Compilation!
THE 500TH EPISODE CELEBRATION CONTINUES, AND PROFESSOR ALBERT IS BACK!
This special compilation brings together some of my favorite Professor Albert moments from over the years, complete with his terrible German accent, enormous ego, questionable acting ability, attempts to replace me as host, and his never ending campaign to become an internationally famous motivational music superstar.
But underneath all...
500th Episode Compilation #2 - The Principles of Playwriting!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 501th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
500th Episode Compilation #2 - The Principles of Playwriting!
Come celebrate 500 episodes with me! You can listen to Episode 500 and ALL 500 EPISODES of The Playwriting Podcast
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Celebrating 500 Episodes of The Playwriting Podcast!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 500th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Celebrating 500 Episodes of The Playwriting Podcast!
500 EPISODES! I can hardly believe it. Nine years ago, I sat on the floor of the bathroom at Manhattan Rep on West 45th Street because I thought it had good room tone, and I recorded the very first episode of The Playwriting Podcast. I had no idea where this adventure would take me. Now, here we are at EPISODE 500! Thank you to every playwright...
DON'T FIGURE IT OUT!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 499th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
DON'T FIGURE IT OUT!
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Creating Magic with Magician Jim Vines of Broadway Magic Hour!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 498th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Creating Magic with Magician Jim Vines of Broadway Magic Hour!
This was a fantastic interview!
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I sit down with award-winning magician Jim Vines, star and creator of the hugely successful Broadway Magic Hour in New York City. What starts as a conversation about magic quickly becomes a fascinating discussion about storytelling, surprise, escalation, emotional con...
Be Courageous!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 497th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
BE COURAGEOUS!
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Developing a Musical
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 496th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: Developing a Musical! Midsummer Madness 40% Discount on all my Playwriting and Actor Services until July 31st, 2026 at: https://www.manhattanrep.com/ Playwriting Coaching Premiere Playwriting Coaching Script Consultations Short Play Script Consultation Script Review Write Your Own One Actor Show Monologue Coaching and more. And Check out our 3 Tiers of developing your play in NYC with Manhattan Rep:
Writing a Musical!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 495th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Writing a Musical!
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Developing Grit!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 494th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: Developing Grit!
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A CALL TO ACTION!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 493rd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
A CALL TO ACTION!
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Creating Magic!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 492nd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Creating Magic!
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Writing a Political Play!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 484th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: Writing a Political Play!
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ACTION!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 490th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: ACTION!
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It's Time to Learn Something New - Part 2
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 489th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
It's Time to Learn Something New - Part 2
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Training for Playwrights!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 488th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: Training for Playwrights!
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HOLY COW!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 487th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: HOLY COW!
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The Present is the Present!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 486th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: The Present is the Present!
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How to be Great!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 484th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
How to be Great!
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Just Do One Simple Thing Every Day and Be Sure To Follow Through!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 484th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Just Do One Simple Thing Every Day and Be Sure To Follow Through!
MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers.
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Your Super Power called Fun!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 483rd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Your Super Power called Fun!
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HOW TO FIX YOUR PLAY
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SET YOUR CREATIVITY FREE!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 482nd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
SET YOUR CREATIVITY FREE!
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HOW TO FIX YOUR PLAY
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THE PLAYWRIGHT'S READING ROOM!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 481st episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
THE PLAYWRIGHT'S READING ROOM!
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REWRITING YOUR PLAY!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 480th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
REWRITING YOUR PLAY!
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Step into your Fear and Transform your Playwriting Career!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 479th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Step into your Fear and Transform your Playwriting Career!
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What to do with a Fantastic 10 Minute Play!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 478th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
What to do with a Fantastic 10 Minute Play!
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Writing the Rom Com Play!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 477th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Writing the Rom Com Play!
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COMPLETE YOUR PLAY IN A DAY!
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Be Unapologetically You!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 476th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Be Unapologetically You!
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Becoming a Super-Powered Playwright - Part 2
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 475th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Becoming a Super-Powered Playwright - Part 2
Check out my BIG Brand New Playwriting Event:
HOW TO WRITE A FANTASTIC 10 MINUTE PLAY IN 90 MINUTES!
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Check out our 3 Tiers of developing your play in NYC with Manhattan Rep:
Manhattan Rep's Play Production Reading
We will put together a Professional Reading of your pl...
Becoming a Super-Powered Playwright!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 474th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: Becoming a Super-Powered Playwright!
Check out my BIG Brand New Playwriting Event:
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The Yin and Yang of this World, and WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT TODAY!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 473rd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
The Yin and Yang of this World, and WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT TODAY!
Check out my BIG Brand New Playwriting Event:
HOW TO WRITE A FANTASTIC 10 MINUTE PLAY IN 90 MINUTES!
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Action and Events on Stage versus Telling
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 472nd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
ACTION AND EVENTS ON STAGE VS. TELLING
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Using AI for Playwriting and your Playwriting Career!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 471th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic:
Using AI for Playwriting and your Playwriting Career!
Check out my BIG Brand New Playwriting Event:
HOW TO WRITE A FANTASTIC 10 MINUTE PLAY IN 90 MINUTES!
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Manhattan Rep's Play Production Reading
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It's Time to Learn Something New!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 470th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: "It's Time to Learn Something New!"
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Your Goals for 2026 - A Simple Way!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 469th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: Your Goals for 2026 - A Simple Way!
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The Miracle on 36th Street!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 468th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: The Miracle on 36th Street!
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Manhattan Rep's Play Production Reading
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...
The Three Things you need to FOCUS ON when you are writing a play!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 467th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: The Three Things you need to FOCUS ON when you are writing a play!
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Moving a Play in to NYC from Montana!
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 466th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST.
Episode Story Topic: Moving a Play in to NYC from Montana!
SPECIAL BLACK FRIDAY WEEK SALE on Playwriting Services until Monday December 1, 2025. Everything I offer is on Sale with a BIG DISCOUNT - up to 50% off!
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