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Academy Awards Moving to Peacock Theater, Telecast on YouTube

3/26/2026

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The Academy Awards will relocate to the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles starting in 2029, with the telecast moving to YouTube.
The move is part of a partnership with AEG to upgrade lighting, sound systems, and backstage areas.
The Peacock Theater will offer 500 to 1,000 more seats than the Dolby Theatre.
The expanded plaza will host the red carpet, creating a modern backdrop for global cinema.

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Story summary

The Academy Awards will relocate to the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles starting in 2029, with the telecast moving to YouTube.
The move is part of a partnership with AEG to upgrade lighting, sound systems, and backstage areas.
The Peacock Theater will offer 500 to 1,000 more seats than the Dolby Theatre.
The expanded plaza will host the red carpet, creating a modern backdrop for global cinema.