The Next Step

After the studio's defeat at the qualifier, Riley reconsiders her position as studio head. Skylar thinks it's in the studio's best interest to make a change. Noah and Amanda grow closer, but his back injury might get in the way.

Noah invites Amanda on a pre-date, and she seizes the opportunity to figure out his true feelings for her. LaTroy and Sloane get into a fight after he receives an invitation he can't refuse. Riley asks the dancers to review each other, but things don't go as planned.

Michelle's competitive side is on full display when she's pitted against Piper. LaTroy seeks out Amy's help to be the best dancer he can be. Riley chooses the five dancers that will compete in the qualifier.

Riley gets invited to an exclusive gala, and has to decide who to invite as her date. Skylar struggles to find her place on A-Troupe. LaTroy discovers that Henry has used his name in an unusual way.

Amy makes LaTroy a proposition he can't refuse, but things get complicated when Sloane discovers new feelings. West and Eldon have an adventure in London. Piper directs a documentary about her dance family, but what she uncovers is very surprising.

Michelle and Riley have a lunch date and take a walk down memory lane. Noah, afraid of losing his spot on A-Troupe, continues to hide his back troubles.

A new twist in the qualifier rules means A-Troupe could lose a dancer, and Riley considers pulling team from competition.

James, Eldon, and West compete in the first round of the Bangers & Mashups Hip-Hop Extravaganza in London.

Alfie considers Noah's health problems and surprises Riley with a plan for the qualifiers. Meanwhile, Amanda and Noah open up to one another; and LaTroy makes an unexpected decision in the wake of receiving news from his dad.

When Noah receives a devastating diagnosis, auditions for the qualifier duet become more important than ever.