The Next Step (2013) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Michelle
(played by Victoria Baldesarra) — protagonist
Riley
(played by Brittany Raymond) — protagonist
Amanda
(played by Logan Fabbro) — supporting
Eldon
(played by Isaac Lupien) — supporting
Chloe
(played by Jennifer Pappas) — supporting
Stephanie
(played by Samantha Grecchi) — supporting
Thalia
(played by Taveeta Szymanowicz) — supporting
Richelle
(played by Briar Nolet) — supporting
Noah
(played by Myles Erlick) — supporting
LaTroy
(played by Akiel Julien) — supporting
Henry
(played by Isaiah Peck) — supporting
Amy
(played by Shelby Bain) — supporting
Piper
(played by Alexandra Chaves) — supporting
Emily
(played by Alexandra Beaton) — supporting
James
(played by Trevor Tordjman) — minor
West
(played by Lamar Johnson) — minor
Giselle
(played by Jordan Clark) — minor
Luke
(played by Shane Harte) — minor
Ozzy
(played by Julian Lombardi) — minor
Finn
(played by Liam Mackie) — minor
Canonical Relationships
Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.
Piper → Finn
(Secret romantic partners) — Their secret romance creates guilt, avoidance, and conflict with Amy.
"Finn and Piper try to act normal after their kiss, while Piper considers telling Amy and Finn argues that doing so would be selfish."
Michelle → Emily
(Co-studio heads) — Their professional partnership drives the studio's recovery and regional planning.
"Emily and Michelle are initially fired, then pitch ideas to Kate and are restored as co-studio heads."
LaTroy → Amy
(Short-lived relationship) — Their romance begins through dance chemistry but ends because LaTroy remains emotionally connected to Sloane.
"Amy identifies chemistry between them and LaTroy asks her on a date. LaTroy later video chats with Amy from the country and eventually breaks up with...
Amanda → Noah
(Romantic partners) — Their developing romance is tested by Noah's secrecy and serious injury.
"Amanda develops feelings for Noah, helps him prepare for a family gathering, and stays with him before and after his back surgery."
Riley → James
(Romantic partners) — Their relationship is the season's central romantic conflict and eventual emotional anchor.
"Riley kisses Alfie while involved with James, later asks James for space, and eventually reunites with him in London. James tells Riley that he loves...
Kate → Phoebe
(Sisters) — Their family relationship intersects with Phoebe's professional authority at the studio.
"Phoebe is explicitly introduced as Kate's sister and becomes the new head choreographer of the studio."
Summer → Heath
(Selector and chosen dancer) — Summer's decision gives Heath a significant performance opportunity and alienates Cleo.
"Summer chooses Heath over Cleo, and Heath is named the understudy for the small group nationals dance."
Henry → Amy
(Emerging romantic partners) — Their new romantic connection develops alongside a creative partnership.
"Henry and Amy are about to have their first date, and they try to find a new song together after their Dancemania routine is rejected."
Eldon → Lily
(Choreographer and dancer) — Eldon directly shapes Lily's preparation for a major national performance.
"Emily brings Eldon in to choreograph Lily's nationals duet."
Nick → Emily
(Owner over studio head) — Nick has formal authority, but Emily actively contests how that authority is used.
"Nick owns the studio and insists on activities such as trust exercises, while Emily challenges his decisions about the dancers."
Amy → Emily
(Dancer and studio leader) — Emily's selection decisions directly affect Amy's position and opportunities.
"Amy is pulled from the studio, then pleads with Emily and Daniel for another chance."
Emily → Richelle
(Leader and dance captain) — Emily grants Richelle authority within the eastern troupe.
"Emily announces Richelle as TNS East's dance captain."
Story Dynamics
Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.
Summer → Richelle
(Competing choreographic leaders) — Their competing creative visions trigger a major leadership struggle within A-Troupe.
"Richelle changes the choreography after returning from an Absolute Dance convention, and A-Troupe votes on whether to use her choreography or Summer'...
Amy → Piper
(Close friends) — Their close friendship is seriously damaged by Piper's secret relationship with Finn.
"Amy tries to spend time with Piper, and later Amy is upset about Piper and Finn. Piper also attempts to apologize to Amy after the kiss."
Summer → Cleo
(Competing leaders) — Professional cooperation is undermined by Cleo's resentment over Summer's selection.
"Cleo is outraged that Summer chose Heath over her, while Summer and Cleo later lead B-Troupe together."
