<p>I think your plan for a gap year is a great idea.</p>
<p>In terms of whether you can defer admission or have to reapply, you will need to contact each program individually and find out their policy.</p>
<p>Living in NYC and auditioning will give you a very good idea of whether you actually want to do this with your life, and will help you see what education you need (if any!).</p>
<p>KEVP</p>