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A group of “very talented” teenagers sing, dance, and perform their way to the top at the famous Keaton School of the Arts! From the disappointments of failure, to the new friendships and crowning achievements,

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Backstage Season 1 Episode 20 - Da Capo
    5.3/10(24 votes)

    #1 - Da Capo

    S1:E20

    Alya tries to reintegrate into life at Keaton but is met with hostility. Carly questions her feelings for Austin and Kit attempts to inject her true identity into her music.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Backstage Season 1 Episode 27 - Fallout
    5.6/10(24 votes)

    #2 - Fallout

    S1:E27

    In the aftermath of Austin's bullying, Kit worries for Denzel's well-being. Alya seeks comfort from Miles. Vanessa tries to rebuild her friendship with a distant Carly.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Backstage Season 1 Episode 28 - Lead the Way
    5.6/10(26 votes)

    #3 - Lead the Way

    S1:E28

    The dance students rally together amid threats that their secret will be exposed. Bianca is determined to make memories with Jax, while Denzel faces a new challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Backstage Season 1 Episode 12 - Plays Well with Others
    5.9/10(39 votes)

    #4 - Plays Well with Others

    S1:E12

    Vanessa's personal life threatens her status in the Primas. Scarlett struggles to find her voice in an acapella group. Miles seeks the affection of a crush.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Backstage Season 1 Episode 11 - Lose Yourself
    6.2/10(37 votes)

    #5 - Lose Yourself

    S1:E11

    Julie stands up for her right to artistic expression; Vanessa pushes herself to her limits; Bianca reconsiders her future at Keaton.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Backstage Season 2 Episode 3 - Choices
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #6 - Choices

    S2:E3

    The prestigious CAMDAs are announced. Julie is forced to make a tough decision while Jenna's TMK posts land her in hot water. Meanwhile, Kit gets tired of Jax taking all of DJ Diamondmind's credit.

    Director:Warren P. Sonoda
    Writers:Jennifer Pertsch, Lara Azzopardi, Matt Schiller

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  7. Backstage Season 2 Episode 4 - The One
    6.6/10(18 votes)

    #7 - The One

    S2:E4

    The competition in dance class heats up as Sasha and Beckett fight for a chance to duet with Carly for the CAMDAs. Miles comes to terms with his feelings for Alya. Scarlett searches for a new vice president.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Backstage Season 1 Episode 4 - Stand Tall
    7.0/10(46 votes)

    #8 - Stand Tall

    S1:E4

    Carly helps Vanessa to impress the prima dancers, while Bianca enlists a reluctant classmate to create a spectacular song. Denzel tries to wow his artistic hero.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Backstage Season 1 Episode 3 - The Brightside
    7.1/10(49 votes)

    #9 - The Brightside

    S1:E3

    Student council president Julie plans a spectacular freshman orientation while tension mounts between Carly and Vanessa. Miles keeps a secret from his classmates.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Backstage Season 1 Episode 19 - Once in a Lifetime
    7.1/10(22 votes)

    #10 - Once in a Lifetime

    S1:E19

    Vanessa's frustration with not being able to dance reaches a boiling point. Miles is shocked when a familiar face returns and Julie broadens her creative horizons.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Backstage Season 2 Episode 22 - Comfort Zone
    7.3/10(16 votes)

    #11 - Comfort Zone

    S2:E22

    Scarlett and Bianca decide to make a music video, unfortunately they both butt heads on what kind of video. Carly's overexertion catches up to her. Miles struggles to find a new sound.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Backstage Season 1 Episode 9 - Sotto Voce
    7.4/10(25 votes)

    #12 - Sotto Voce

    S1:E9

    Kit faces expulsion from Keaton if she doesn't reveal her secret; Vanessa needs Carly's help to impress Ms. Helstweel; tension builds when Miles must share studio space with Julie.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Backstage Season 1 Episode 22 - Verite
    7.4/10(16 votes)

    #13 - Verite

    S1:E22

    Julie is consumed with guilt over cheating on her PSATs. A musical roots assignment hits an emotional nerve with Scarlett, while Carly's insecurities get the better of her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Backstage Season 2 Episode 13 - Clear Eyes
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    #14 - Clear Eyes

    S2:E13

    As preparation for the CAMDA finals heat up, Sloane's Crew and the Primas forge an unlikely alliance. Julie questions her relationship with Miles. Bianca helps Kit get over her writer's block.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Backstage Season 2 Episode 21 - Obvious
    7.4/10(16 votes)

    #15 - Obvious

    S2:E21

    Carly finds help in an unlikely tutor when a famous choreographer comes to Keaton. Jax realizes he has feelings for an unexpected person. Julie gets help from Matteo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Backstage Season 1 Episode 24 - Ensemble
    7.5/10(16 votes)

    #16 - Ensemble

    S1:E24

    The freshmen dance class wants revenge on Julie for Ms. Maria's firing. Scarlett makes a discovery that unsettles Kit. Vanessa runs interference in Carly's relationship.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Backstage Season 1 Episode 26 - Try Again
    7.5/10(16 votes)

    #17 - Try Again

    S1:E26

    Creative differences threaten to put an end to Denzel's music video. Sasha enlists Vanessa's help for an audition. Carly's role in the sprinkler incident comes into question.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Backstage Season 2 Episode 16 - Prima Donna
    7.5/10(16 votes)

    #18 - Prima Donna

    S2:E16

    Carly and Cassandra fight for control over the Primas. Bianca enlists Scarlett's help for a new song. Alya and Julie form an unlikely team to help Miles.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Backstage Season 2 Episode 17 - Best Idea
    7.5/10(15 votes)

    #19 - Best Idea

    S2:E17

    A new interdisciplinary assignment leads to some unexpected pairings. Miles' leadership is tested by Matteo. Vanessa attempts to keep it professional with Beckett. George helps his group in his own unique way.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Backstage Season 1 Episode 8 - On Deck
    7.6/10(26 votes)

    #20 - On Deck

    S1:E8

    Bianca is determined to impress her casting agent mother, while Jax challenges Kit to a DJ battle. Denzel's costume designs for the mid-term ballet are put to the test.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Backstage Season 1 Episode 10 - The Understudy
    7.6/10(26 votes)

    #21 - The Understudy

    S1:E10

    Alya's newfound celebrity status at Keaton intensifies her rivalry with Bianca. Sasha comes up with a plan to win Carly's friendship back. Scarlett loses her voice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Backstage Season 1 Episode 13 - Hold On
    7.6/10(27 votes)

    #22 - Hold On

    S1:E13

    Carly desperately tries to cheer Vanessa up after getting her kicked out of the primas; Bianca struggles to come clean about her secret; Denzel wants to make his mark in the art world

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Backstage Season 1 Episode 21 - Friend or Foe
    7.6/10(15 votes)

    #23 - Friend or Foe

    S1:E21

    The music students put aside their differences to get through a difficult day. Vanessa makes a promise she might not be able to keep. Denzel must deliver bad news to a friend.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Backstage Season 1 Episode 23 - Step Up
    7.6/10(17 votes)

    #24 - Step Up

    S1:E23

    Miles is nervous to define his relationship with Alya. Meanwhile, Vanessa questions whether or not she will be able to dance again and Julie faces the unexpected consequences of cheating.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Backstage Season 1 Episode 18 - Eyes Forward
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #25 - Eyes Forward

    S1:E18

    A mysterious film student has Carly distracted from dance. Bianca's feelings for Jax resurface. Denzel must win over the student body to accomplish an ambitious project.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Da Capo" is the worst rated episode of "Backstage". It scored 5.3/10 based on 24 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/16/2016. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Fallout".