TV networks prepare for tentpole programs to go ahead without live audiences

March 15, 2020 2:13

Network Ten programs including Dancing With The Stars, Studio 10, Australian Survivor: All Stars Reunion and The Project will go ahead without an audience as TV networks take precautionary measures in a bid to slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus).

Seven programs, including the upcoming Australia’s Got Talent, will also proceed without crowds, however smaller formats, such as AFL panel program The Front Bar is planning to go ahead with an audience.

A number of programs will record without live audiences over the coming months

“In terms of live studio audiences, it’s case by case. AGT will not have a live studio audience, while the Front Bar has a more modest sized audience (not comprising general public). On Sunrise, there’s a small number of regulars who will be in studio, but all other guests will be remote,” a Seven spokesperson told Mumbrella.

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Vivienne Kelly

Vivienne Kelly was previously the editor of Mumbrella from 2016 to August 2020.

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