<p>Thanks to all of you who responded. Thoughtful and practical advice, which is much appreciated. Indeed, the trajectory she’s now on is to apply for application to a conservatory program–as at LAMDA or AADA, for instance–and see where that takes her thinking. A gap year, of sorts. </p>
<p>In that regard, are there any of these private “studios” that are especially well regarded (and others to avoid)? LAMDA is really terrific, and she is going to audition to enter its two-year Foundation Course. At the same time, she’s ambivalent about staying so far from home, and would like to find an equally professional school in LA.</p>