New, talented and hungry dancers show up for the challenge, so B-troupe better bring it. Outside the studio, some old A-troupers have an audition of their own.
Richelle and Shad pick a soloist for Step Inside, but the dancer they choose isn't as happy as expected. Meanwhile, Jude hatches a plan to make Cleo's dreams come true.
Amy hopes to fail her prestigious audition and Piper wonders if that's really a good idea. Meanwhile, Richelle and Shad try to convince Nick to invest in Step Inside.
Shad surprises Richelle and they share a beautiful moment. Heath vows to mend Ozzy and Kingston's relationship, but his efforts morph into an eventful search for the mole.
With showtime approaching, and an online audience waiting, the pressure is on. However, Richelle discovers she may be about to lose everything she has worked for.
The Next Step finally make it to Nationals. Ebby performs her solo, competing against a familiar face, and Richelle runs into an old friend of her own.
The race is on for Daisy and Heath, while Kenzie receives an offer she may not be able to refuse - especially if it saves the team's chances at Nationals.
An epic romance years in the making might finally have its moment. With sabotage afoot, and facing impossible odds, A-troupe must pull together like never before.