Season 4 was officially announced by Frank van Keeken on April 6, 2015.
Rehearsals for the season started on August 25, 2015.[1] Filming began on September 14 and finished on December 11 in 2015, although some extra scenes were filmed in early 2016.
The first episode of season 4.0 aired on February 15, 2016, at 5:30 pm et/pt on Family Channel in Canada. The first episode of season 4.5 premiered on October 14, 2016. A break ensued after the airing of "Nobody's Perfect" on December 16, 2016, after which the new episodes premiered on March 17, 2017 and ended on May 12, 2017. However, those episodes were previously shown in Poland, Spain, Portugal and Italy before they were shown in Canada.
Season openings
Synopsis
"In season four, after competing at Internationals in Miami, A-Troupe has made a name for themselves in the dance world, putting The Next Step Dance Studio on the map. But their return to Regionals could mean the departure of beloved favourites which would force the team to start from scratch. An influx of brand-new dancers would mean new dynamics and challenges for the studio, and the team must fight harder than ever to make it back on top. Some will succeed, some will stumble, and they will struggle with the question: Is what is best for the team, best for me?[2]
"Season four of The Next Step welcomes a new group of talented young dancers including Guiseppe Bausilio as Alfie; Alexandra Chaves as Piper; Erika Prevost as Sloane; Akiel Julien as LaTroy; Isaiah Peck as Henry; Shelby Bain as Amy; and Allie Goodbun as Cassie. Returning fan-favourites include Victoria Baldesarra as Michelle; Brittany Raymond as Riley; Logan Fabbro as Amanda; Myles Erlick as Noah; Trevor Tordjman as James; Lamar Johnson as West; Isaac Lupien as Eldon; Jordan Clark as Giselle; Briar Nolet as Richelle and Skylar Alexis Healey as Skylar. The new season will also feature guest appearances from the musicians of Lost & Found Music Studios."[2]
Cast
Main
- Trevor Tordjman as James
- Brittany Raymond as Riley
- Alexandra Chaves as Piper
- Giuseppe Bausilio as Alfie
- Myles Erlick as Noah
- Logan Fabbro as Amanda
- Erika Prevost as Sloane
- Akiel Julien as LaTroy
- Skylar Healey as Skylar
- Allie Goodbun as Cassie
- Shelby Bain as Amy
- Briar Nolet as Richelle
- Victoria Baldesarra as Michelle
- Isaiah Peck as Henry
Recurring
- Alex Zaichkowski as John
- Alexandra Beaton as Emily
- Bree Wasylenko as Kate
- Brennan Clost as Daniel
- Cierra Healey as Cierra
- Craig Brown as The Masked Man
- Darian Mark as Ben
- Devon Brown as Max
- Hanna Miller as Heather
- Isaac Lupien as Eldon
- Jaclyn Riley as Becca
- Jhaliel Swaby as Jake
- Jordan Clark as Giselle
- Kathryn Greco as Patricia
- Lamar Johnson as West
- Levi Randall as Theo
- Natalie Krill as Phoebe
- Nicholas Maiorano as Nick
- Rachel Riley as Gabi
- Samantha Grecchi as Stephanie
- Shane Harte as Luke
- Tamina Pollack-Paris as Tiffany
- Taveeta Szymanowicz as Thalia
New
- Akiel Julien as LaTroy
- Alexandra Chaves as Piper
- Allie Goodbun as Cassie
- Erika Prevost as Sloane
- Giuseppe Bausilio as Alfie
- Isaiah Peck as Henry
- Shelby Bain as Amy
- Hanna Miller as Heather
- Kathryn Greco as Patricia
Guest
- Khyrese Heron as Cooper
- Lindsey Russell as Herself
- Tanisha Scott as Herself
Episodes
Season 4.0
No. in Series | Image | Title | Airdate |
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95 | "One More Time" | Febuary 15, 2016 | |
After winning Internationals, The Next Step holds an open house for the influx of new dancers. Having won it all, some A-Troupe alumni wonder if A-Troupe is still their home. | |||
96 | "Stir It Up" | February 19, 2016 | |
A-Troupe auditions begin amidst big decisions for two key dancers. In an attempt to prevent future arguments, Skylar and Cierra make a pact. | |||
97 | "Heads Will Roll" | February 26, 2016 | |
In the second round of auditions, a guest choreographer challenges the auditioners with an unorthodox method of teaching. | |||
98 | "Welcome to the Jungle" | March 4, 2016 | |
The new A-Troupe is uncovered. Hoping to relieve the nerves of her fellow freshman, Piper decides to form a club. When Riley is offered the opportunity of a lifetime, she must make a difficult decision. | |||
99 | "Square One" | March 11, 2016 | |
Riley holds auditions for the Regionals trio qualifier. Sloane struggles with her lack of technical skill, and Michelle and Amanda are discouraged by Richelle's expertise. | |||
100 | "London Calling" | March 18, 2016 | |
West receives a mysterious package from London, England, which leads to a big surprise for the bros. Noah and Amanda collaborate on a song. | |||
101 | "Walk This Way" | March 25, 2016 | |
Amanda finds herself uncharacteristically nervous around Noah. Meanwhile, Riley is wary of James going to England. | |||
102 | "Runaway" | April 1, 2016 | |
Riley learns that Alfie is hiding a big secret, and his future at The Next Step is in jeopardy. James, West, and Eldon arrive in London, England for the Bangers & Mashups International Hip-Hop Extravaganza. | |||
103 | "Dancing with Myself" | April 8, 2016 | |
Noah's rehearsal prompts a discussion about which trio should be showcased to represent The Next Step. Meanwhile, Michelle wants Alfie to help her bolster her concentration skills on the dance floor; and Sloane gets pranked by Amy and Cassie. | |||
104 | "Simple Twist of Fate" | April 15, 2016 | |
As A-Troupe dances at the Qualifier, Amanda struggles to find the right time to share her feelings for Noah, while Noah continues to hide his back injury. | |||
105 | "On the Rocks" | April 22, 2016 | |
After the studio's defeat at the qualifier, Riley reconsiders her position as studio head. Noah and Amanda grow closer, but his back injury might get in the way. | |||
106 | "Knowing Me, Knowing You" | April 29, 2016 | |
Amanda tries to figure out Noah's true feelings for her. LaTroy and Sloane get into a fight after he receives an invitation he can't refuse. | |||
107 | "The Game Belongs to Me" | May 6, 2016 | |
"Michelle's competitive side is on full display when she's pitted against Piper to compete at the qualifier. LaTroy seeks out Amy's help to be the best dancer he can be." | |||
108 | "I Can't Go for That" | May 13, 2016 | |
"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." | |||
109 | "I Only Have Eyes for You" | May 20, 2016 | |
Amy makes LaTroy a proposition, but things get complicated when Sloane discovers new feelings. West and Eldon have an adventure in London. | |||
110 | "Love Will Tear Us Apart" | May 27, 2016 | |
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. | |||
111 | "Nobody's Fault but Mine" | June 3, 2016 | |
A new twist in the qualifier rules means A-Troupe could lose a dancer, and Riley considers pulling team from competition. | |||
112 | "Your Time Is Gonna Come" | June 10, 2016 | |
James, Eldon, and West compete in the first round of the Bangers & Mashups Hip-Hop Extravaganza in London. | |||
113 | "How Deep Is Your Love" | June 17, 2016 | |
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. | |||
114 | "Heat of the Moment" | June 24, 2016 | |
When Noah receives a devastating diagnosis, auditions for the qualifier duet become more important than ever. |
Season 4.5
No. in Series | Image | Title | Airdate |
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115 | "Kiss and Tell" | October 14, 2016 | |
Piper struggles to keep to herself that she saw Riley and Alfie kiss. | |||
116 | "Rumour Has It" | October 21, 2016 | |
Piper gives Riley an ultimatum to tell James about her kiss with Alfie. | |||
117 | "Here Comes Your Man" | October 28, 2016 | |
Amanda's cousin Cooper shows up to visit and notices the tension between Riley and Piper. | |||
118 | "Tainted Love" | November 4, 2016 | |
West and Eldon battle at the Bangers and Mash Ups competition in London. Noah and Amanda struggle with the next step in their relationship. | |||
119 | "A Fool in Love" | November 11, 2016 | |
Amy tries to help LaTroy deal with being alone at the farm. Cassie helps Skylar deal with her fear of talking to strangers. Riley asks James for some space to sort out her feelings for Alfie. | |||
120 | "Karma Police" | November 25, 2016 | |
Emily shows up to help Riley get The Next Step to Regionals. Emily tries to get to the bottom of the problem with the Qualifier duet. | |||
121 | "Only You" | November 25, 2016 | |
Sloane helps Jude from Lost & Found with his music video. Emily and Riley choose a Dance Captain. Noah struggles with being reassigned the Qualifier duet. | |||
122 | "Danger Zone" | December 2, 2016 | |
Riley asks James for an impossible favour for the studio. Skylar helps the zero percenters deal with their nerves. James and Alfie have a heated conversation. | |||
123 | "Rivalry" | December 9, 2016 | |
James and Alfie represent The Next Step at the final Qualifier. Skylar has to step in to help when the situation is at a crossroads. | |||
124 | "Nobody's Perfect" | December 16, 2016 | |
Riley and Alfie have their first date and it does not go well. Noah takes a big step in his relationship with Amanda. | |||
125 | "Shake It Off" | March 17, 2017 | |
Amy helps Cassie with a history project. Riley makes a mistake with Alfie and tries to make it up to him. Skylar helps Noah get competition ready. | |||
126 | "Come Together" | November 17, 2016 | |
Riley helps the team get ready for competition by doing anti-bullying exercises. Everyone learns the different types of bullying behavior and how to deal with it. | |||
127 | "It Ain't Easy" | March 24, 2017 | |
James meets up with an old friend in London. Riley is confused by her feelings towards Alfie. LaTroy returns from time with his father and turns to Sloane to sort out his feelings. | |||
128 | "Bold As Love" | March 31, 2017 | |
Eldon, West and James compete in the finals at the Bangers and Mashups International Hip Hip Competition. | |||
129 | "Taking Care of Business" | April 7, 2017 | |
James and Riley return to the studio, only to discover that a team member has left. West and Eldon help the small group with their choreography. | |||
130 | "The Edge of Glory" | April 14, 2017 | |
The team prepares to leave for Regionals. Cassie is made the alternate dancer. Giselle drops by on a break from her tour and gives Amanda a special invitation. | |||
131 | "Even Better Than the Real Thing" | April 21, 2017 | |
The team competes in the first round at Regionals. Due to a misreading of the rules, the solo round is not what they expected. The result is devastating. | |||
132 | "Don't Stop Me Now" | April 28, 2017 | |
The Next Step competes in the sudden death trio round. Michelle pushes herself before the trio dance in order to be ready. Amanda struggles with the offer from Giselle. | |||
133 | "Livin' on a Prayer" | May 5, 2017 | |
The team compete in the duet round of Regionals. However, with Sloane disqualified and Michelle injured, the Next Step doesn't have enough dancers to dance in the final—if they make it there. | |||
134 | "A Change Is Gonna Come" | May 12, 2017 | |
Now that Alfie is back, the team is able to compete in the Regionals final. But when Michelle shows up ready to dance, Riley has to make a heartbreaking decision. |
Trivia
- Lamar Johnson directed "I Can't Go for That."
- Trevor Tordjman directed "Only You."
- In this season, the characters seem self-aware to some extent, as they introduce the "Previously on" segment in front of a camera at the beginning of episodes, as opposed to a voice-over like in previous seasons. Also, this season features real world commentary which also breaks the fourth wall.
- This season has the most episodes out of all the seasons in The Next Step.
Trailers
References
- ↑ The Next Step - TNSToes. Facebook (August 25, 2015). Retrieved on January 24, 2016.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Google Plus. Google Plus (September 30, 2015). Retrieved on January 24, 2016.