<p>OK so I really want to major in musical theatre. Im almost certain that I want to go to AMDA (the American Musical and Dramatic Academy). This conservatory school does not require ACT or SAT stndardized tests, but turning your scores in is optional. Does that mean it is preferred?</p>
<p>That sounds good, but remember, they call them starving artists for a reason. Your not gonna make bug bucks with musical theater. You may wanna consider something else</p>
<p>Um, not everyone's in it for big bucks. Many people perform for other reasons, like the sheer joy of doing something that a LOT of people wish they could do, and just for the pleasure of being able to do it. I know a lot of theater people and few have dollar signs in their eyes. They just LOVE what they do.</p>
<p>I feel sorry for you if that's what you think is important in life.</p>
<p>agree with whowhatwhere</p>
<p>Akstategrad makes a good point. My sister Deshante tried to make it big on broadway and failed miserably.</p>
<p>When they say "optional" they mean "optional." If they "prefer" them, they'll say "preferred."</p>
<p>Do you have positive theater experience and recommendations from high school? I suspect they're more interested in those.</p>
<p>Check out the Musical</a> Theater subforum - you can probably got better answers from parents and other students in your situtation there.</p>
<p>My son goes to AMDA and really likes it. He did have one year at another University before going so he has something to compare it with. The teachers are all performers, directors, etc. so the training is great. However, the program is demanding and you are expected to take outside classes also. The dorms are old 100 year old apartment/hotels so don't expect the nice housing you get at the large universities. You also have to do your own cooking. But you will get to experience New York and Broadway. You will read both negative and positive stuff about AMDA but just like all the other schools, you are the one to has to live it, so visit and see if it is what you want!</p>