It’s time to finally write that play!

"I live in upstate New York and don’t have much interaction with theater professionals. So I didn’t know what to expect when Ken Wolf, at Manhattan Rep, became my playwright coach. He helped me with an already fully written comedy and I immediately realized that it was time to “buckle my seat belt”. I looked forward to every phone session and Ken was a genius at prodding me to “take it a step further” but didn’t hesitate to yank me back when I went too far. “What if...” still rings in my ears from those priceless phone calls as my play morphed into an even funnier and tighter play. Now I feel comfortable submitting my play to theaters outside my region. And I can’t wait to work with Ken again. NEW MOTTO: WORK CAN ALSO BE FUN.”

- Laura Cunningham, I’m Not Dead Yet! -

“I hired Ken as my playwriting coach after hearing several episodes of his “The Playwriting Podcast.” We worked together for ten weeks. Ken provided a simple, encouraging, and stress free process with gentle nudges along the way. Due to his experience with writing several scripts and also helping a ton of people write, edit, and produce plays, it is clear he knows how to guide playwrights to create an exciting product that looks great on stage. When we started my musical, I only had a list of characters, one scene, and three songs written. Ten weeks later, my musical was done. Ken coached me through writing a 100-page script with 16 songs, and I completed two full edits. His final words were, “It’s ready for production. Go do it!” Even though I know the playwriting process now and am confident I can do it alone, I would consider using Ken for a future project because, with Ken’s help, I know I’d finish it fast and fabulous. Worth every dollar.”

- Pam C. Dudley, “Happy Birthday, Jes...” -

"Ken is a wonderful, gentle coach who will support you at every step of the creative process. Writing can be an incredibly isolating, solitary pursuit. Without having someone to interact with your work and hold you accountable to deadlines, it can feel as if you aren't making the progress you should be. My decision to work with Ken feels like a meaningful investment in myself and my play. Ken's long-term professional experience in acting, writing and producing makes him an excellent resource to you. He has the capacity to view your work from many different lenses and provide you with advice that best helps convey your story and makes it viable for production. Not to mention, he is seriously passionate about your work and will treat it with the utmost kindness as he challenges you to take it further. All in all, I am very happy with my decision to work with Ken."

- Claudia Wasielewska - Playwright - NMother

Unlock Your Playwriting Potential with Personalized Coaching from Ken Wolf

What You Can Expect from Coaching with Me

• Personalized Coaching: Every playwright is unique, and I tailor my coaching to meet your individual needs. Whether you're starting from scratch or need help finishing that final draft, we’ll work together to overcome the challenges you're facing.

• Actionable Feedback: As a director, producer, and playwright, I offer feedback that's both insightful and immediately applicable to your script. You’ll get clear guidance on how to shape and polish your play for the stage, taking it beyond the page to deliver maximum impact.

• Industry Expertise: With my experience in the theatre world, including as an Off-Broadway producer, artistic director, and host of The Playwriting Podcast, I can give you insider knowledge and strategies used by successful playwrights to thrive in today’s competitive industry.

• Practical Tools: You’ll gain access to proven tools and techniques from my books, including The 10 Principles of Playwriting and How to Write a Fantastic Play in 28 Days. These resources will help streamline your process and make writing more effective and enjoyable.

• A Focus on Completion: Writing is a journey, and one of the hardest parts is finishing. With our regular coaching sessions, you'll have the structure and accountability to move from draft to final version, getting that play out into the world where it belongs.

Why Choose Me as Your Playwriting Coach?

• Over 35 years of experience in the theatre industry, with a deep understanding of both the craft and the business.

• A proven track record of success as a playwright with over 20 produced plays and the insider knowledge of a director and producer.

• As a director, I have directed over 100 plays, and as a producer, I have produced over 1000 full-length plays.

• Coaching that's rooted in real-world experience, providing you with feedback that goes beyond theory to truly reflect what works on stage.

• Unique access to production-based insights that will help you shape your play for both live performance and industry-readiness.

• A personalized, collaborative approach designed to make you feel supported at every stage of your playwriting journey.

Let’s Bring Your Play to Life!

Whether you’re struggling to get started, stuck in the middle, or ready to polish your final draft, I’m here to help you bring your vision to the stage.

My coaching isn’t just about writing; it’s about creating a play that speaks to an audience, that works on stage, and that has the potential to be produced.

I’m here to guide you through the creative process and provide the tools and support needed to succeed.

Ready to get started? Let’s make your play a reality.

10 - 1 Hour Sessions

$1500.00

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