Plot

Christian and Ollie prepare for a major hip hop competition; Kat prepares to audition for a minor role in Coppelia and Ben takes a stab at revenge.

Oli cockily enters and coaches an Academy team in a hip-hop street dance competition. Christian doesn't underestimate urchin teams, coaches street kid Jayden's and helps it to the final with a brilliant battle. Ben 'plots' to make Tara jealous. Dr. David Lieberman gathered funds for a Sammy memorial and wants his academy mates' advice, especially Christian's, but he scolds his attitude when the knave was alive. Kat insists to audition for a small part, given her dismal recent record, while Jamie offers her a fairly major film part.—KGF Vissers

Christian tells Tara he's ready to commit but she is reluctant and confused after his recent behaviour towards her and wonders if their previous failed relationships are a sign it will never work out. Sir Jeffrey unexpectedly resigns as musical director, leaving Rebecca in charge. Tara's back injury becomes a problem and she is told to take time off from rehearsals; with her audition coming up in a few weeks, she goes to see Saskia, who Rebecca has dismissed from the company, for advice. Saskia convinces her to forget the complex solo Miss Raine assigned her and try the simple but artistic Persephone solo. Kat lands the lead role in Coppélia. Ben and Grace need Kat's help in executing muck-up day and she organises a seaweed fight between the third and second years. Ollie meets Jessica Mauboy, who tells him she is a fan of his music. He and Abigail audition to be her warm-up act on tour, and must decide between the auditions and accepting her offer.