Hi Molly,
Well, sorry for you that you didn't do as well as expected, but I say never mind at all! In my opinion (for what it's worth) that's a load of old nonsense anyway!!! Seriously though, if it's the stage you want to concentrate on (imagine me saying this in my best hammy Olivier voice) then voice, voice, voice is what you need in abundance, and complete dedication to same.
I've got hundreds of collegues who flunked their theory or history exams, whatever, and are still appearing at the major opera houses in the UK and Europe, including the Royal Opera House, so you see, it can be done!
And as for colleges generally, all they seem to do is hinder nearly every singer that steps past their so-called hallowed portals!! That remark not to be taken too seriously, just my experience you understand!!
Try not to worry too much. You sound like you're doing admirable things, and in true English fashion, just give them all the big V's!!
Take care, and hope it all turns out well.
Ian Voice wrecker to the stars (and college hater!)
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