Oscars Moving To Peacock Theater At L.A. Live In 2029
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Key Points:
- The 101st Academy Awards in 2029 will mark the Oscars' move from ABC to YouTube, accompanied by a change in venue to L.A. Live's Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles.
- This new location, previously used by the Emmys, signals a return to downtown LA for the Oscars, which were held at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion until 2002 before moving to the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
- A multiyear partnership between the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and AEG will see L.A. Live host the Oscars from 2029 through 2039, with planned upgrades to the theater's stage, sound, lighting, and backstage facilities.
- The expanded plaza at L.A. Live will serve as the red carpet area, enhancing the event's arrival experience, while the YouTube broadcast will offer exclusive global rights for the ceremony starting in 2029.
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