Ep 17. Last Dances & Last Chances

Austin & Ally is an American sitcom series that originally aired on Disney Channel. The show premiered on December 2, 2011, and ran for four seasons with 87 episodes aired. The series follows the lives and musical careers of Austin Moon, an outgoing singer, Ally Dawson, a shy songwriter, Trish De la Rosa, Austin's manager, and Dez Wade, his friend, and videographer.

Season three, episode 17, titled "Last Dances & Last Chances," is a special episode that features the cast preparing for their high school prom. The episode opens with Austin and Ally discussing their prom plans. Austin initially thinks he is too cool for prom and would rather perform at a music festival happening on the same night. However, he changes his mind after Ally convinces him to attend the prom with her and their friends.

Meanwhile, Trish is sad that she will be graduating and leaving her job as Austin's manager to attend college. She comes to terms with the fact that things are changing but decides to make the most of her last weeks as Austin's manager by planning the perfect prom for them. She takes charge of the prom committee and plans a carnival-themed dance for the students.

On the day of the prom, Ally gets nervous about going with Austin since their previous attempts at dating did not work out. She confides in Trish, who assures her that everything would be fine. Austin arrives in a flashy car and surprises Ally, who is wearing a beautiful pink dress. They head to the prom, where they meet their friends, who are equally excited about the event.

Despite Trish's best efforts, the prom faces a challenge when the carnival equipment malfunctions, and the ride shuts down. Trish quickly comes up with a solution and decides to move the carnival games from the gym to the school courtyard. Austin and Ally are asked to perform a song for the theme "Last Dances," which they deliver beautifully.

Dez records the entire event and posts it online, where it quickly becomes a viral sensation. The students, staff, and parents are impressed with the prom, which has been transformed into a memorable event thanks to Trish's hard work.

As the night winds down, the students begin to say their goodbyes, and Trish is surprised with a heartfelt goodbye from her friends. Austin also thanks Ally for convincing him to attend the prom, recognizing how important this high school rite of passage is. The episode ends with the cast reflecting on how much they have grown since their freshman year and how they will always remember their prom night.

Overall, "Last Dances & Last Chances" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the characters' growth and their relationships with each other. It highlights the importance of embracing change, living in the moment, and cherishing memories. It is a must-watch for all fans of the show.