<p>My daughter attended Interlochen 2 summers ago for the 3 week HS MT workshop. She was accepted into the 6 week performance program but had to decline due to a conflict. I am not sure how the Middle School theatre works but I can give you our reasons for choosing Interlochen.<br>
Out of all the summer programs that are out there, some require auditions to get in and some do not. Going through an audition process was important to us. Our opinion is that it lends credibility to the program and ultimately to the resume. Also, Interlochen is a non-profit organization that offers financial assistance to those who need it. I am not sure that StageDoor has that option.<br>
Interlochen is an environment that truly fosters all the disciplines in the arts and it is wonderful positive energy.<br>
I know a child that has attended StageDoor many summers and loves it. We honestly never looked into it due to the fact that there really was not audition. It was important to us to feel that there was a “selection” process. Being accepted into Interlochen is not easy. They get many applications and only accept a certain number. So if your daughter should be accepted it would be very special.<br>
This year my daughter is once again applying to a summer program. We have selected two. One that requires an audition and one that bases selection on essays etc. Both are highly selective. With luck she will land in one.<br>
I think if the process is “selective” it does lend more credibility in the long run.
Hope this helps, and I am sure that whatever your decision, your daughter will have a wonderful summer.</p>