courtney sweeney, age fifteen, has had her sights set on Broadway for as long as she can remember. so when she's given the opportunity of a lifetime to participate in a performance school, majoring in musical theatre, in the heart of times square? courtney has no idea what's in store. her acceptance letter offers much more to her than an education, but what else to happen when you put a group of theatrical and dramatic teenagers together in a stressful environment? follow courtney as she navigates friendship, love, and a never ending spotlight through her sophomore year.