Back in 2022, we first asked the question: Is a BFA in Musical Theatre worth it? Three years later, it’s still the conversation on every aspiring performer’s (and parent’s) mind.

In today’s bonus episode, Chelsea sits down with Julie Kavanagh—performer, choreographer, and Program Director for Broadway Vocal Coach’s College Prep Program — BVC Aspire. A proud graduate of CCM (Cincinnati Conservatory of Music), Julie shares both personal experience and professional perspective on whether a BFA is still worth it in 2025.

You’ll hear us talk about:

• What a BFA in Musical Theatre can give you beyond training.
• Why alumni networks and industry connections may matter as much as technique.
• How to weigh student loan debt against long-term career sustainability.
• When a BFA might not be the right choice—and smart alternatives to consider.
• The one piece of advice Julie would give her 18-year-old self about choosing a program.

Whether you’re a student dreaming of Broadway or a parent weighing the investment, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and practical guidance for making one of the biggest decisions in a young artist’s journey.

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