<p>I don’t think md311mt’s was being rude, but I have to say I was taken aback by your response to kjgc, a theatre department chair. He is kind enough to take time out of his busy schedule to share his sagely advice and you come back with, “I’m still having trouble seeing why this is such a big deal.” It’s not a big deal if you would rather do your own thing than be accepted to a program…</p>
<p>Admission to any and every audition program is highly competitive so it is in your best interest to read each program’s requirements and do what they ask. </p>
<p>Good luck!</p>