Just being in ensemble can be amazing, and she WILL build up to that earned by paying dues role. What's great about theatre is you get the casting out of the way and then it's all about teamwork and everyone (audience including) hoping for everyone's success. I think it can be VERY good for gifted girls (I was a perfectionistic gifted girl and theatre saved my life). There's heartache over roles but the whole thing is so fun anyway, hopefully she'll be ok. And if they don't do enough plays, look for community theatre etc....
Yes, I think all of this is so true. I have heard many people say the same thing about theatre--actually I think those were one actor's exact words in her Tony acceptance speech this year. Thanks for the encouragement!
