| PSU audition
It is true that it is a difficult and unnerving experience to have to leave rather abruptly as described above. I do think it is important to say that this scenario is not designed to humiliate anyone or put them on the spot; it is simply the way this faculty handles the initial audition. As soozievt pointed out, in the professional world one knows right away if they have been called back to audition further. Not having to wait for months to know if you are being considered can be seen as a positive result of this process as well.
I also think it is important to say that the PSU faculty sets up the experience so that auditioning students are made to feel that the school is glad they are there and the auditors want them to do their best. I know that the current MT students spend a lot of time mingling and answering tons of questions while the auditioning students are waiting. My D mentioned to me that many students commented to her that PSU might not have been at the top of their list coming into the audition, but after visiting classes, meeting the people, and seeing the current production ( The Boyfriend ), they have changed their mind. Although the audition process is bound to be stressful at any college, I wouldn't want people to avoid auditioning at PSU because of their callback procedure. I think most folks who audition here come away with the feeling that it is a well run ( and challenging ) audition, no matter the end result.
Good luck to all going through this audition season! |