The story revolves around Maggie, a high-society Philadelphia girl who auditions for the Radio City Rockettes in 1958. Despite knowing she won't get in, she decides to take a chance and lies to her parents about preparing for her wedding. In New York, Maggie experiences independence and camaraderie with her fellow Rockettes, particularly Sofia, Janet, and Alice. She also meets John, a photographer hiding his true aspirations from his parents, and the two realize their meeting is a matter of bad timing, with no future together despite their feelings.
A Holiday Spectacular
In 1958, Maggie defies convention by sneaking to New York City to chase her secret passion: dancing on stage in the iconic Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, temporarily putting her high-society wedding plans on hold.