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Obviously somebody's sense of ethics is majorly screwed up.
Perhaps you might can interject that they create a special role for him. Or maybe he can help with the stage production aspect of the recital. I am sure your son doesn't want to be further humiliated by portraying a female's part... the studio is obviously sending a negative message that they don't feel comfotable with him there, but are just putting up with it. If you bother them enough, I'm sure something can be worked out.[/i]