Tired with her career as a Las Vegas showgirl, a woman starts life anew by impulsively marrying a man and moving to his sleepy coastal town.

An unexpected occurrence puts Michelle at odds with her new mother-in-law; Fanny's students prove to be an inspiration.

Fanny receives shocking news from her attorney; Hubbell's car breaks down, landing Michelle in the driveway of a local recluse; young dancers take part in an "ugliest feet" competition.

Michelle seeks a new living arrangement to distance herself from her mother-in-law; Fanny attempts to keep a ballet company from moving their summer programme to another city.

Michelle learns more about Fanny's financial difficulties; the girls become jealous over Boo's relationship with an attractive bartender.

Michelle's pal visits to help her celebrate her birthday, but their festive plans get sidelined when Fanny takes off and leaves Michelle in charge of her dance classes. Meanwhile, the girls sneak into an R-rated movie.