When his girlfriend leaves him, depressed designer Peter Rooker shakes up his life by auditioning for a community theater production. Despite his horrible performance, director Edwina Walters sees Peter's potential and gives him the part. Peter quickly adjusts to theater life, growing close to actor Michael Degan and his co-star girlfriend, Grace Hargrove. Trouble ensues when Peter falls for Grace, placing the play in jeopardy.