Production Consulting with Ken Wolf

Hands on guidance for bringing a play into production intelligently and efficiently

Once a script is production ready, a different set of challenges begins.

Production is not just about creative vision. It is about choices. Rehearsal space, venues, schedules, budgets, ticketing, insurance, marketing, staffing, and timing all shape whether a project thrives or struggles. Smart decisions early can save significant money, time, and stress later.

Production Consulting is hands on support for playwrights and producers who are moving forward with production and want experienced guidance through the many decisions that shape a successful run.

This work is practical, strategic, and grounded in real world producing experience. I help you see options clearly, avoid common mistakes, and make choices that support both the artistic and financial health of the project.

Production Consulting focuses on the real mechanics of getting a play produced. We look at rehearsal planning, venue selection, scheduling, budgeting, ticketing platforms, insurance needs, staffing structures, marketing approaches, and where money can be saved without compromising quality. The goal is not to do more. The goal is to do what matters.

This consulting is especially valuable for first time producers, self producing playwrights, actors producing their own work, and experienced artists who want a second set of experienced eyes before committing resources.

I offer solutions, not theory. When challenges arise, I help you identify practical paths forward that fit your goals, timeline, and budget.

HOW PRODUCTION CONSULTING WORKS

Production Consulting is flexible and tailored to the needs of each project.

We work together to address the specific decisions you are facing right now, whether you are preparing to enter rehearsal, securing a venue, setting up ticketing, or finalizing production logistics.

This work may include:

  • Guidance on rehearsal planning and space selection

  • Venue options and considerations

  • Budget structure and cost saving strategies

  • Ticketing platforms and pricing approaches

  • Insurance and administrative requirements

  • Production timelines and staffing decisions

  • Marketing and positioning considerations

This is active consulting designed to support real world action.

IS THIS THE RIGHT WORK FOR YOU

  • Production Consulting is a good fit if you

  • Have a production ready script

  • Are actively preparing to produce or already in motion

  • Want experienced guidance through complex decisions

  • Care about both artistic quality and financial responsibility

  • Value clarity and efficiency

This work is not focused on script development. If your script is not yet production ready, Production Readiness Consulting may be the appropriate first step.

INVESTMENT

Production Consulting is offered as a project based or monthly consulting engagement, depending on the scope and timeline of the production.

Details are discussed after an initial conversation about your project and goals.

HOW THIS FITS INTO THE LARGER PROCESS

Some projects move from Production Readiness Consulting into Production Consulting. Others come directly into Production Consulting once the script is ready.

For projects seeking full producing support, Production Consulting can also serve as a bridge into the Play Production Program.

Each project is different. The process is designed to meet you where you are.

GETTING STARTED

If you are preparing to move into production and want experienced guidance on how to do it well, the first step is a conversation.

Send a brief overview of your project and where you are in the process, and we can determine whether Production Consulting is the right next step.