“Every once in a while, something that seems too good to be true actually IS true. Working with the Manhattan Repertory Theatre was effortless and uncomplicated. Their constant support from the moment our play was chosen was amazing - we always felt like we were their highest priority- which is incredible given the large amount of artists they're constantly working with. In addition to the great team of people at MRT, we were given a lovely, intimate, functional space in the heart of the theater district to showcase our work. The Manhattan Repertory Theatre is a diamond in the rough - a group of professional artists truly supporting other artists. Being a part of their play festival has been a dream and a blessing.”

Michael DiFrancisco, Producer/Director - EDGAR’S SMILE

Ken Wolf & Roma Pierro-Wolf in Dad and the Dog

"My experience at Manhattan Repertory Theatre has been extraordinary.  Because of Ken Wolf’s unwavering support, I was able to transform my solo show into a richly layered, multi-character ensemble piece.  Ken fearlessly encourages each playwright to fully engage in their work – from producing to writing to directing to performing, but he is also there every step of the way, tirelessly responding to each question, giving vital advice.  Although this was an incredibly challenging undertaking, I’d remind myself of Ken’s words to me: “think of each hardship as a gift.” His open-minded approach taught me to value each challenge as an integral part of the artistic process, as part and parcel of the organic evolution of what it means to truly develop a play.  I am deeply grateful to both Ken Wolf and Jennifer Pierro for their unique vision and devotion to emerging playwrights."

Anna Fishbeyn - Actor/Playwright/Producer

SEX IN MOMMYVILLE

What a wonderful and fulfilling experience it was to be able to bring our play to the stage at Manhattan Repertory Theatre. During their busy Summerfest theatre festival, Ken Wolf and his staff helped us to run our production in the easiest and smoothest way possible.

Problems happen during the life of a play, as we all know. Two days before our last sold out performance, our assigned sound and light operator had to run to the bedside of a dear family member who was in critical condition. She very professionally found us a replacement and MRT quickly moved their schedule around, making it possible for us to have an additional tech rehearsal the day before the performance. What an amazing sign of support! Professionalism doesn’t need kindness to operate. I found that at MRT, kindness turned professionalism into a more effective tool. Every step of the way, we felt like we were dealing with friends who would never abandon you when you need them.

Our play turned out to be very successful. Every performance sold out and we were given an additional one which also sold out. Many factors contributed to the success of our show and one of those was the atmosphere at MRT. Thank you to Ken Wolf & Jen Pierro, who have managed to create a space full of love for theater on super busy 42nd Street. Manhattan Repertory Theatre is absolutely one of Manhattan’s hearts, offering unmatched support to new and seasoned artists who want to create original work for the stage.  Bravo MRT!

Franco Moschetti – Playwright/Director

WHEN YELLOW WERE THE STARS ON EARTH

SEEKING ONE ACT PLAY PRODUCTIONS

(7 - 25 minutes)

for

Manhattan Rep's:

Seeking fully produced one act plays (cast, directed and ready to perform) 7 minutes to 25 minutes in length for MRTʼs FALL ONE ACT PLAY COMPETITION September 10 - Oct. 4. 2013  at Manhattan Repertory Theatre, 303 W.42nd St. NYC.  Ken Wolf, Artistic Director

FIRST PRIZE for BEST PLAY: $1000

To submit your one act play production please email: 

The complete play, a synopsis of the play, the running time of the play, the set and lighting requirements, the playʼs production history (if it has been produced before and where) and a creative team leader contact email address to:

manhattanrep@yahoo.com 

by  MONDAY June 17, 2013 at Midnight.

Please put “Fall One Act Competition” in the subject heading. Applicants will be contacted by Monday  June 24 as to their acceptance.

There is no submission fee.  

NON-EQUITY ONLY. 

Each play will be given a MINIMUM of FiVE performances, more if the play moves on to the semi-finals and finals.  

Once accepted, there will be a $150.00 participation fee.

There will be NO additional security fees or Manhattan Repertory Theatre based production fees.  

FOR FALL ONE ACT PLAY COMPETITION RULES AND GUIDELINES - click here!

SPECIAL EVENT

A BROOKLYN LOVE STORY

Written and Performed by Chiara Montalto

A BROOKLYN LOVE STORY is a tale set in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn about the profound effect a grandfather and his granddaughter have on each other as one's life is ending while the other's is just beginning. 

OffBroadway.com review by Laurie Lawson

"The characters playwright/performer Chiara Montalto creates are the kind with whom you quickly bond. In this one-woman tour-de-force, you enjoy spending as much time as possible with Chiara and her grandfather, along with a couple of potential love interests and neighborhood folks. What hasn’t changed is the powerful punch this work packs. In loving tribute to an elderly man at the end of his life, your emotions will get a consummate workout. You’ll laugh and you’ll cry, and you will leave wishing you had the opportunity to meet the grandfather who inspired A BROOKLYN LOVE STORY.”

CHECK OUT MANHATTAN REP'S BLOG by Artistic Director, Ken Wolf

CLICK HERE!

THIS SUMMER!

BACK FOR A RETURN ENGAGEMENT!

For more information, nytheatre.com review, and production pictures - click here!

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER! 

Click on the Manhattan Rep Icon below!