The Academy's performance of The Nutcracker is quickly approaching, and Tara continues to practice for her dance solo in Act 2. However, Director Karamakov warns her that if she does not improve her performance, he will put Abigail in Tara's place. Tara's confidence increases when she discovers that her costume has been worn by many famous dancers in the past, but Abigail hides it to try and discourage her further. Kat leaves the Academy with Myles to road-trip around Australia, and Sammy tries to convince his father to continue letting him attend the Academy.