Episode Synopsis "Without Things Happening on Stage, You Have No Play!"

Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 389th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Topic: "Without Things Happening on Stage, You Have No Play!" MY NEW PLAYWRITING BOOKS: Check out my book  How to Write a Fantastic Play in 28 Days,  where even you can write  a Fantastic Play in 28 Days!  https://rb.gy/gcaqs1   Check out my latest book  The 10 Principles of Playwriting  at https://rb.gy/ygi43j Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Check out my Playwright Video and Resource Member Area at: https://www.howtowriteplays.com/playwright-video Playwriting and Creativity Videos, special Member Areas and more! Need a consultation or some coaching on playwriting or getting produced? https://www.manhattanrep.com/consulting-coaching   Email: [email protected]

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