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The CW has just released a behind-the-scenes look at The Vampire Diaries backdoor pilot for its potential spin-off, THE ORIGINALS, airing tonight. Check out a first look below!

The CW announced the impending season finale dates for its current programming lineup, as well as the upcoming May sweeps episodes. Check out the full listings below!

On the next episode of The CW's VAMPIRE DIARIES titled 'The Originals,' acting on a mysterious tip that a plot is brewing against him in New Orleans, Klaus makes a trip to the town he and his family helped build. The episode features music from Fall Out Boy. Get a sneak peek below!

The first trailer for The Vampire Diaries' backdoor pilot for its potential spin-off, THE ORIGINALS, has just been released. Check it out below!

IFC today announced it is developing 11 new comedy projects for 2014 series consideration. Among them, the network has ordered three pilots and eight scripts, in line with the network's 'slightly off' sensibility that attracts a male skewing, adults 18-49 audience.

On GREY'S ANATOMY's upcoming episode, titled 'Sleeping Monster,' Bailey finds herself at the center of a CDC investigation surrounding the death of several of her patients, as Jackson and the rest of the board members argue over how to address the crisis with the public. Meanwhile, Cristina teases Alex about his unspoken feelings for Jo, and Owen continues to take special care of Ethan as the condition of his parents remains uncertain, on THURSDAY, APRIL 25 (9:00-10:02 p.m., ET) on ABC.

Following the success of its limited series Song by Song: Johnny Cash last fall, Ovation is launching Song by Song as an ongoing original series. Kicking off the series this year will be SONG BY SONG: DOLLY PARTON, premiering today, March 10 at 8:00 pm ET.

Claire Holt has officially signed on to reprise her role as 'Rebeka' for The CW's THE ORIGINALS, it was announced today.

THE VAMPIRE DIARIES' back-door spin-off pilot has secured itself another new cast member. Danielle Campbell, best known for her role on PRISON BREAK, has officially signed on to play a young, innocent witch named Davina, who has lived under overprotective and overbearing caregivers for her entire life.

Following the success of its limited series Song by Song: Johnny Cash last fall, Ovation is launching Song by Song as an ongoing original series. Kicking off the series this year will be SONG BY SONG: DOLLY PARTON, premiering March 10 at 8:00 pm ET.

Following the success of its limited series Song by Song: Johnny Cash last fall, Ovation is launching Song by Song as an ongoing original series. Kicking off the series this year will be SONG BY SONG: DOLLY PARTON, premiering March 10 at 8:00 pm ET.

According to Deadline, Charles Michael Davis (THE GAME) has officially joined The CW's VAMPIRE DIARIES spin-off, THE ORIGINALS.

How good can chicken taste when you really wanted ham-when you've spent an exhaustive amount of energy for it? Chicken will never taste the same again: probably sour and, perhaps pridelessly cheap. Fittingly for TWO TRAINS RUNNING, ham and chicken are inherently a cultural war cry, excitedly felt at Syracuse Stage.

IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS is exactly what it should be: a sensational holiday feel-good experience. One that worships warm reds and greens, fervent Christmas trees, musings of snow and the cozy thoughts of sipping 'hot cocoa.'

Syracuse Stage presents White Christmas, based on the Paramount Pictures film with Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The production is directed by Paul Barnes with musical direction by Christopher Drobny and choreography by David Wanstreet. White Christmas runs November 23 - December 30. Get a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal in the photos below!

Syracuse Stage presents White Christmas, based on the Paramount Pictures film with Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin and Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. The production is directed by Paul Barnes with musical direction by Christopher Drobny and choreography by David Wanstreet. White Christmas runs November 23 - December 30. Get a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal in the photos below!

Amanda Palmer will launch her new video for 'Do it With a Rockstar', the third video from her new album, Theatre is Evil. The video -- a sprawling parody of rock star life reminiscent of the Beastie Boys 'Fight For Your Right to Party' -- premieres today on The Flaming Lips' website.

The Encore Association has announced the nominees for Plays and Musicals for the 2011- 2012 Season of Encore. The winners will be announced at the 43rd Annual Encore Awards Fundraiser which will be held tonight, October 29, 2012 at the Madame Walker Theatre Center, 617 Indiana Avenue in Indianapolis. The evening will begin with a social hour from 6 to 7 pm; with the fundraiser starting at 7 pm.

After more than a decade of triumphant success in both San Francisco and Seattle, Teatro ZinZanni comes south to Segerstrom Center for the Arts with a brand new show, LOVE, CHAOS, & DINNER, tonight, October 24 - December 31, 2012.

Syracuse Stage welcomes Julian Rad's adaptation of the novel as their 40th season opener. Rad's MOBY DICK opened off-off Broadway in 2003 and was nominated for Drama Desk Awards. This play with songs was heralded for its bare set and authentic sea chanteys.