Oscars Expand Beyond Hollywood: Streaming Live on YouTube

The Academy announced that the Oscars will relocate its 2029 ceremony from the Dolby Theater on Hollywood Boulevard to the downtown Peacock Theater. The change marks a major shift in the ceremony’s location and presentation.

Venue change and timing

The Dolby Theater has hosted the Oscars since 2002. The ceremony will remain there for 2027 and 2028. In 2029, organizers will stage the show at the Peacock Theater.

Broadcast plans

Organizers previously disclosed last year that the 2029 broadcast will stream on YouTube rather than air on ABC. Industry headlines now read “Oscars Expand Beyond Hollywood: Streaming Live on YouTube” as the transition approaches.

About the new theater and upgrades

The Peacock Theater sits inside the LA Live complex. It is slated for significant technical upgrades to host the Oscars.

Capacity will increase substantially. The Dolby seats about 3,400 people. The Peacock holds roughly 7,100 seats, more than double the Dolby’s capacity.

Neighborhoods and context

The Dolby sits near the TCL Chinese Theater and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. That area has long served as a cultural and tourist hub for movie fans.

LA Live is a commercial district centered around Crypto.com Arena. The arena is home to the Los Angeles Lakers, Kings, and Sparks.

Implications for the ceremony

The larger venue promises greater access and a different kind of energy. Producers say expanded seating could boost attendance and visibility.

Moving away from Hollywood Boulevard represents a break with tradition. The change is likely to reshape the ceremony’s public pageantry and surrounding atmosphere.

Local reaction and expectations

The relocation has drawn surprise from observers who associate the Oscars with Hollywood Boulevard. Downtown supporters point to modern facilities and increased capacity.

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