@beachymom … there are lots of summer programs that are non-audition. My D did both Indiana University’s Midsummer Theatre Program (a two week program) and Berklee’s Musical Theatre Intensive (one week) & both do not require auditions. I just checked the price for IU, and while it went up ($1700) it’s all inclusive and includes room & board … and truthfully, it’s a great way for theatre kids to immerse themselves in both a program and a college experience at a fantastic school.
Also, I think both voice lessons & dance lessons are must have investments for serious MT kids who are looking towards auditioning for college programs.
And I will echo hiring an audition coach. It is by far my biggest regret for my own daughter - she’s a college freshman MT BFA student now. I thought I could glean all the necessary information online to have a successful audition seasons … I couldn’t have been more wrong. The audition process for MT is like no other - most high school guidance counselors don’t have a clue, local voice teachers & dance instructors may not have current information … if I could go back in time the coach $$$ would’ve been well spent and I would’ve gladly forked it over. Those audition coaches have their fingers on the pulse of what those schools are looking to see and where your child will fit.
Btw … welcome! 