As the delta variant of COVID-19 continues to spread, the Television Academy is making some adjustments to the upcoming Emmy Awards.
With last year’s ceremony held virtually, the 2021 edition was to have marked the Emmys’ return to its traditional home at the Microsoft Theater, but those plans are being scrapped due to the pandemic, and will now be held outdoors at L.A.
Live’s Event Deck, situated directly behind the Microsoft Theater. According to Variety, the Television Academy will be limiting guests for the outdoor ceremony, which offers a better opportunity for “socially distanced audience seating” for attendees.
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