Darcy Shean

With the threat of Aural Intensity's new coach, Sue Sylvester, and the competition from the Dalton Academy Warblers, New Directions decides to use original songs to get an edge at Regionals.

While atoning for stealing from a convenience store, Earl sees Natalie, a woman he broke up with by faking his death.

Gallo, Violet and Ritter debut their microbrewery business at Winterfest; Brett prepares to present her paramedicine program to an oversight panel; Firehouse 51 gets in the holiday spirit.

Maya DiMeo is a mum determined to make a fresh start in a new community with her family including son J.J, who lives with cerebral palsy. She will do whatever it takes to create the happiest, safest environment regardless of who stands in her way.

Sydney must guide a nervous and pensive Rachel on her first solo mission; Sloane contemplates honouring his agreement with Gordon Dean.