No wonder, but the Emmys 2020 are going virtual.
Shortly after the nominations were announced yesterday, this year’s Emmy executive producers, including host Jimmy Kimmel, sent a letter to top acting nominees informing them that this year’s ceremony will be virtual and asking them to prepare for participate from home, or wherever you want to be – be.
“As you probably guessed, we are not going to ask you to come to the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles on September 20,” the letter says, in part. “This year, it will continue to be the biggest night in the television industry … but we will come after you!”
Details are yet to come, but the letter says: “We are assembling a top-notch team of technicians, producers and writers to work closely with Jimmy Kimmel and you and your team, to make sure we can film with you ( and your loved ones) or anyone else you choose to be with) in your home or other location of your choice. We will make it look fabulous: we are exploring the latest technology to enable the use of good cameras and lighting and look forward to working with you to produce your unique ‘on-screen’ moments. “
The letter was signed by Kimmel, as well as other EPs Reggie Hudlin and Ian Stewart, Guy Carrington and David Jammy from television producer Done + Dusted.
Producers of the broadcast are still analyzing details, including which elements will be live or whether the winners will be informed in advance. He shared inside information: “As ABC and the Television Academy continue to formulate plans for the Emmy television broadcast, the producers have taken the proactive step of communicating with some nominees to inform them of their intention to offer a live program that is to both festive and safe. “
Read the full letter below:
Dear nominees,
The producers of Emmys 2020 congratulate him on this incredible recognition of his work.
We are delighted and honored to produce the event on September 20 and intend not only to ensure that you are not compromised by this crazy moment in our lives, but that you are the most memorable Emmys in history and have a night out. wonderful. As you probably guessed, we are not going to ask you to come to the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles on September 20. This year, it will continue to be the biggest night in the television industry … but we will come after you!
At a time like this, we are taking the opportunity to create a moment that is more relaxed, more entertaining, and more enjoyable not only for you, but also for the millions watching at home. It’s still television’s biggest honor, and we never want to lose the importance of being nominated and maybe winning an Emmy, but we’ll do it the right way for the moment (and it guarantees you a memorable evening).
But we cannot ignore the circumstances, and apart from NOT being able to unite in one place, we also recognize that our world is going through a challenging time in many ways. We will produce an event filled with warmth and humanity, celebrating the power of television to unite and help us shape our world. You are an essential part of that story.
So what does all this mean for September 20?
We are assembling a team of world-class technicians, producers, and writers to work closely with Jimmy Kimmel and you and your team to make sure we can film with you (and your loved ones or anyone else you choose) at your home or other place of your choice. We will make it look great – we are exploring the latest technology to allow for the use of good cameras and lighting and look forward to working with you to produce your unique moments “on screen”.
So what are you wearing Our casual theme for the evening is “Come as you are, but make an effort!”
If you want to wear formal wear, we’d love to, but still if you’re in the UK and it’s 3am, you might want to be in designer pajamas and record from your bed! We want to work with you to design your moments, but we want you to guide us in your comfort levels: where you want to be, who you want to be with, what you want to wear, etc.
In the coming days, Jen Proctor, our talent producer and her extraordinary team at Cultivated Entertainment will be in touch with you to start talking about the details.
Once again, congratulations.
With respect and admiration,
Jimmy Kimmel, Ian Stewart, Reggie Hudlin, Guy Carrington and David Jammy
Executive Producers, 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards
Michael Schneider contributed to this report.
