# The Present is the Present!

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Podcast: [The Playwriting Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-playwriting-podcast-441793)
Published: 2026-04-22T21:45:55+00:00
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## Resource

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! 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. Now 20% off! Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere Check out my BIG Brand New Playwriting Event: HOW TO FIX YOUR PLAY https://www.manhattanrep.com/fix-play 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 play in NYC! https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading Manhattan Rep's Play Production Workshop We will bring to life a workshop production of your play in NYC! https://www.manhattanrep.com/workshop Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program AND... Also, Check out Manhattan Rep's INSTAGRAM @manhattanrepertorytheatre And... Playwriting Coaching - Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/playwriting-coaching Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com

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