Trish's new boyfriend, Trent, auditions for a role as Austin's backup dancer and she decides to keep their relationship a secret from Austin and Ally so as not to influence Team Austin's decision.

When Ally’s mom comes home to host a book release party, Ally works up the courage to finally conquer her stage fright and performs a duet with Austin at the event.

After talking to her mom and Trish about Austin, Ally decides to focus on her music career now that she’s conquered her stage fright. Meanwhile, Austin is unsure about his friendship with Kira.