<p>No misconceptions here, LoveMyMTGirl. And I dont think anyone on this thread who has said that their son or daughter did not use a coach has made any assumptions at all. </p>
<p>I think the cookie cutter perception comes from people observing a trend in how girls dress at auditions, and that the “look” is one that is advised by coaches. I think what we’re seeing this year, based on some posts I’ve seen here is a little bit of push back towards “I can be professional and tasteful without looking like everyone else.”</p>
<p>Agree^^^. A good coach would not produce “clones” but would bring out the best in each student. I think people here are just letting the OP know that her D should be just fine w/o using a coach for the remainder of her prep for auditions. Sounds like she already has the hard part done. I don’t think colleges care how you prep, and most likely won’t know if students used a coach or not unless it is on a resume. Many on this forum used coaches and many (including us) chose not to do so. Whatever floats your boat.</p>
<p>Son auditioned last year and had many opportunities to chose from. He did not have an audition coach nor did he come from a high school with a theater or music program of any kind. He did have a fantastic voice teacher who helped him prepare for his auditions. I think coaches are great if you can afford one and if you find one who clicks with your child. Don’t worry if you do not have a coach! Read up as much as you can, expose your child to theater of every kind and don’t pass up an opportunity to see a show at any school your child is auditioning at. You will learn so much about the program by watching current students. And remember once they are in the audition room, it doesn’t matter if they had a coach.</p>