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Time Out
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
The 2026 L.A. Marathon date is changing to avoid a clash with the Oscars schedule
Call it a traffic jam of iconic proportions: the 2026 L.A. Marathon and the Academy Awards were both scheduled to take place on March 15—until the city's top talent stepped in. Mayor Karen Bass announced on Thursday that the marathon will be rescheduled to avoid a Hollywood-style pileup. The conflict sparked logistical headaches as both events depend on access to central arteries like Hollywood Boulevard, which is not exactly built to handle both a 26.2-mile race and a red-carpet rollout in the same breath. The Academy had announced that the 98th Oscars—set to be hosted again by Conan O'Brien—would take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre, a key spot along the 2025 marathon route. Turns out, marathon organizers were blindsided by the news. 'We were surprised by the Academy's announcement, as there was no prior communication with us,' an L.A. marathon spokesperson wrote in a statement to NBC4, on April 2, noting that the event's traditional date—the third Sunday in March—had been publicly announced well in advance. In stepped Mayor Bass, who brokered a compromise between Murphy Reinschreiber of the McCourt Foundation (which owns the marathon) and Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The result? The Oscars will remain on March 15, while the marathon will shift to another March date, which is still to be confirmed. The deal also secures the marathon's future: going forward, it will always land on the third Sunday in March. The Academy and marathon organizers also agreed to a new partnership aimed at cross-promoting the events for the good of the L.A. community. So don't lace up just yet—at least not until the final date drops.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
LA Marathon will move its 2026 race date to accommodate the Oscars
News that next year's Los Angeles Marathon and Oscars were double booked for March 15 caused a headache for the organizers of both events, but a solution was reached Thursday with the marathon agreeing to change dates. The 98th Oscars will be held as originally scheduled, according to a joint statement issued by the Los Angeles Marathon and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The McCourt Foundation, which organizes the marathon, will announce a new March date for the race in the coming days. In return, the academy said that in future years it will honor the marathon's tradition of hosting the run on the third Sunday in March. The two organizations also agreed to work together to promote each other's events "to benefit the greater Los Angeles community," according to the statement. Murphy Reinschreiber, chief operating officer of the McCourt Foundation, told The Times that it would be logistically impossible to hold both events on the same day. The Oscars is hosted at the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, which is along the marathon route. It's simply not feasible for thousands of runners and spectators to pass the theater and then have the area cleaned up and ready to host a red carpet event a few hours later, he said. Both events also require significant road closures, law enforcement deployment and are broadcast by KTLA. The McCourt Foundation announced its 2026 marathon date on March 15 this year. Two days later, the Academy published a news release announcing that the 2026 Oscars was also scheduled on March 15. Reinschreiber was driving home after finishing cleaning up this year's marathon, eager to rest after successfully executing the huge sporting event, when he learned of the double booking. "It was confusing and the other thought that went to my mind is there are just no days off in this business," he said. "It's one thing after the other." Moving a marathon is no easy feat. The event spans a massive chunk of the city and involves over 25,000 runners, thousands of volunteers, medical personnel, law enforcement and city workers. "There are two major facilities — Dodger Stadium and Century City — connected by what's really a 26-mile stage, and the number of people, communities and businesses that are all impacted by a change of date is mind-boggling," he said. "We are going to have to undergo a significant community awareness program." More than 5,000 people have registered for the 2026 Marathon, and they will need to be offered the option of a refund due to the change in date, he said. While the marathon is typically held on the third Sunday in March, there have been exceptions. In 2009, it was moved to Memorial Day to reduce disruptions to Sunday churchgoers. It was moved back to March the following year based on community feedback. In 2016, it was held Feb. 14, a Sunday, to coincide with the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Then, in 2021, the event was postponed until November because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Oscars' date has traditionally been more flexible, but it often takes place on the last Sunday in February or the first Sunday in March. In 2021, the awards show was delayed to April 25 because of the pandemic. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
LA Marathon will move its 2026 race date to accommodate the Oscars
News that next year's Los Angeles Marathon and Oscars were double booked for March 15 caused a headache for the organizers of both events, but a solution was reached Thursday with the marathon agreeing to change dates. The 98th Oscars will be held as originally scheduled, according to a joint statement issued by the Los Angeles Marathon and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The McCourt Foundation, which organizes the marathon, will announce a new March date for the race in the coming days. In return, the academy said that in future years it will honor the marathon's tradition of hosting the run on the third Sunday in March. The two organizations also agreed to work together to promote each other's events 'to benefit the greater Los Angeles community,' according to the statement. Murphy Reinschreiber, chief operating officer of the McCourt Foundation, told The Times that it would be logistically impossible to hold both events on the same day. The Oscars is hosted at the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, which is along the marathon route. It's simply not feasible for thousands of runners and spectators to pass the theater and then have the area cleaned up and ready to host a red carpet event a few hours later, he said. Both events also require significant road closures, law enforcement deployment and are broadcast by KTLA. The McCourt Foundation announced its 2026 marathon date on March 15 this year. Two days later, the Academy published a news release announcing that the 2026 Oscars was also scheduled on March 15. Reinschreiber was driving home after finishing cleaning up this year's marathon, eager to rest after successfully executing the huge sporting event, when he learned of the double booking. 'It was confusing and the other thought that went to my mind is there are just no days off in this business,' he said. 'It's one thing after the other.' Moving a marathon is no easy feat. The event spans a massive chunk of the city and involves over 25,000 runners, thousands of volunteers, medical personnel, law enforcement and city workers. 'There are two major facilities — Dodger Stadium and Century City — connected by what's really a 26-mile stage, and the number of people, communities and businesses that are all impacted by a change of date is mind-boggling,' he said. 'We are going to have to undergo a significant community awareness program.' More than 5,000 people have registered for the 2026 Marathon, and they will need to be offered the option of a refund due to the change in date, he said. While the marathon is typically held on the third Sunday in March, there have been exceptions. In 2009, it was moved to Memorial Day to reduce disruptions to Sunday churchgoers. It was moved back to March the following year based on community feedback. In 2016, it was held Feb. 14, a Sunday, to coincide with the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Then, in 2021, the event was postponed until November because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Oscars' date has traditionally been more flexible, but it often takes place on the last Sunday in February or the first Sunday in March. In 2021, the awards show was delayed to April 25 because of the pandemic.
IOL News
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
No more guessing: Academy Awards make film viewing mandatory for voters ahead of the 98th Oscars
The Academy's Board of Governors has implemented significant changes for the 98th Oscar Awards. Image: X The Academy's Board of Governors has rolled out the red carpet for some major changes. One of the changes on the list has left many wondering why 'it was not a rule all these years'. On Monday, April 12, the academy approved updated awards rules and campaign promotional regulations, announcing a significant update to its voting rules as part of its newly unveiled Awards Rules and Campaign Promotional Regulations for the 98th Oscars. From now on, voters will be required to watch all nominated films in their respective categories before casting their final votes. The change has sparked a mix of reactions, with many having expressed shock that this was not a requirement long ago, some have scratched their heads over the idea that voters could previously cast their votes without having seen all the nominated films. 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Next Stay Close ✕ Wait.. so they voted without watching the movies? 😭 — paulie ⚓️ (@ratedpaulie) April 21, 2025 Some argue that the absence of a requirement to view all nominated films may have resulted in uninformed voting and biased outcomes. 'I thought that was the norm??? Was it not??? Did they just have to bribe the judges?? I'm befuddled,' said @DnD_Wait_Room. I thought that was the norm??? Was it not??? Did they just have to bribe the judges?? I'm befuddled — DnD Waiting Room (@DnD_Wait_Room) April 21, 2025 This rule is intended to promote more responsible and informed voting overall. This is how the academy will ensure the enforcement of the rule: To verify that voters have watched all nominated films, the Academy will monitor viewing activity through its exclusive Screening Room platform. For films watched outside of the platform, such as at festivals or private screenings, members will need to submit a verification form with details of when and where they saw the film. Additionally, the Academy has introduced a new category, 'Achievement in Casting', which will feature a unique selection process. The Casting Directors Branch will narrow down the entries to 10 films, showcasing them in a 'Bake-Off' event with 5-minute reels and Q&A sessions. Branch members will then vote on the top 5 nominees after viewing all 10 films. In the final round, all Academy members will vote after being shown edited versions of the presentations. Other substantive awards rules changes include formal guidance on the use of generative AI in filmmaking. 'With regard to Generative Artificial Intelligence and other digital tools used in the making of the film, the tools neither help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination. 'The Academy and each branch will judge the achievement, taking into account the degree to which a human was at the heart of the creative authorship when choosing which movie to award,' the statement reads. The reaction on social media has been varied, with some users supporting the new change and others criticising the lack of it during all the years of the voting process. However, one thing is certain: the Oscars will be a bit different next year. With this new rule in place, there will likely be some unexpected winners and a more detailed discussion around the films and filmmakers being recognised. And if you are already counting down the days until next year's ceremony, mark your calendars. The 98th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, with nominations set to be announced on Thursday, January 22.
See - Sada Elbalad
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Oscars Set New Rules for 2025
Yara Sameh The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has introduced new awards rules, updated campaign promotional regulations, and key dates for the upcoming 98th Oscars. The nominations voting period will run from Monday, January 12, through Friday, January 16. Official nominees will be announced on Thursday, January 22, followed by the annual Oscar Nominees Luncheon on Tuesday, February 10. Final voting to determine winners will open Wednesday, February 26, and close on Wednesday, March 5 — 10 days ahead of the live ceremony. Kathy Bates stars as the brilliant septuagenarian Madeline Matlock in the new drama series, MATLOCK, inspired by the classic television series of the same name. Madeline achieved success in her younger years and decides to rejoin the workforce at a prestigious law firm, where she uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases and expose corruption from within. Among the most notable changes are revised voting requirements, the introduction of an Achievement in Casting award, and clarified guidance on the use of generative artificial intelligence in film production. The updated rules also include expanded eligibility for international filmmakers and new submission deadlines across several categories. In a key procedural shift, Academy members are now required to view all nominated films within a category to be eligible to vote in the final round. While it's surprising this wasn't already a formal requirement, questions remain about how the Academy plans to verify compliance and enforce the rule. Similar to how BAFTA conducts its voting, Academy members will only be able to access final round ballots for categories in which they've confirmed they've watched all nominated films. The Academy will monitor viewing activity through its members-only Academy Screening Room streaming platform. For films viewed outside the platform — such as at festivals, screenings or private events — members must submit a form indicating when and where they watched the film. The verification process, previously used in preliminary and nomination voting for categories like international feature, animated feature, and the short film races, is now being applied to all categories. The move is intended to reduce so-called 'coattail voting' and encourage more informed decisions from voters. Additionally, all designated nominees in each category will now appear on the final ballot — an update from previous years when only the film title appeared. This is a welcome change for perennial nominees like songwriter Diane Warren and sound designer Greg P. Russell. For the first time in Oscars history, the Academy will present an award for Achievement in Casting, recognizing the creative collaboration between casting directors, filmmakers, and producers in assembling a film's acting ensemble. To determine the nominees, the Casting Directors Branch will review eligible films and vote to shortlist up to 10 titles, based on the level of creative input and collaboration demonstrated during the casting process. The shortlist will then be featured in a dedicated 'Bake-Off' event, where branch members will view five-minute reels and participate in a Q&A with the casting directors. Casting directors associated with the shortlisted films will be asked to submit a written description of their casting process and a photo grid or full cast list. The Branch Executive Committee will then determine which individuals — no more than two — were primarily responsible for casting and received on-screen credit. In exceptional cases, such as those involving specialized or multi-location casting, the committee may consider a third credited individual. Producers and directors may be consulted in this process, and all eligibility matters will be resolved by the Executive Committee, subject to Board of Governors' approval. Following the Bake-Off, only Casting Branch members who have viewed all 10 films will vote to select five nominees. An edited version of the presentations and cast materials will then be made available to all Academy members for final voting, which is open to active and life members. Disputes or eligibility questions must be submitted by a deadline to be determined. The award for best cinematography has also been added to the shortlist process. The Cinematographers Branch will name between 10 and 20 films for consideration. Voting for all shortlist categories — including sound, visual effects and makeup and hairstyling, documentary feature, international feature and the three shorts — will take place from December 8–12. As of now, 12 artisan categories use shortlists, with only production design, costume design, and film editing still determined solely through the nominations phase. The Academy also issued its first formal guidance on AI in filmmaking. New rules state that the use of generative AI or other digital tools will neither help nor hinder a film's chances of being nominated. Instead, voters are instructed to evaluate the degree of human creative authorship involved. The rule states: 'With regard to Generative Artificial Intelligence and other digital tools used in the making of the film, the tools neither help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination. The Academy and each branch will judge the achievement, taking into account the degree to which a human was at the heart of the creative authorship when choosing which movie to award.' For best picture consideration, films must submit proof of submission to the Producers Guild of America based on their release window. Titles released between January 1 and June 30, 2025, must submit by September 10. Films released between July 1 and December 31, 2025, must submit by November 13. The earlier submission timeline is likely intended to avoid confusion, such as this past season when six of the 10 best picture nominees were initially listed as 'nominees to be determined.' Other rule and campaign changes include: Animated Short Film nominations voting will now be open to all Academy members who opt in and watch all 15 shortlisted films. International Feature Film eligibility has been expanded to include filmmakers with refugee or asylum status. Music categories now have earlier submission deadlines: Oct. 15 for original song and Nov. 3 for original score. Oscar-qualifying film festivals, such as AFI, Cannes, and Doc NYC, may now have access to approved mailing houses to share information about festival programming with Academy members. Key dates for the 2025 Oscars season begin in August and run through the live broadcast in March. The full calendar of submission deadlines, voting periods, and special events is available on and is below. This year's slate of films look to be promising, and could include films by Guillermo del Toro ('Frankenstein'), Chloé Zhao ('Hamnet'), Yorgos Lanthimos ('Bugonia') and individually from the Safdie brothers (Benny Safdie's 'The Smashing Machine' and Josh Safdie's 'Marty Supreme'). All rules and dates for the 98th Academy Awards remain subject to change. The Oscars are set to take place on March 15, 2026. See all Academy Award predictions Variety Awards Circuit: Oscars Thursday, August 14, 2025 – First submission deadline for Animated Short Film, Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, and Live Action Short Film categories Wednesday, September 10, 2025 – First submission deadline for General Entry categories, Animated Feature Film, Best Picture, and RAISE form Wednesday, October 1, 2025 – Submission deadline for International Feature Film Monday, October 6, 2025 – Student Academy Awards Thursday, October 9, 2025 – Final submission deadline for Animated Short Film, Documentary Short Film, and Live Action Short Film categories Wednesday, October 15, 2025 – Submission deadline for Music (Original Song) Thursday, October 16, 2025 – Final submission deadline for Documentary Feature Film Monday, November 3, 2025 – Submission deadline for Music (Original Score) Thursday, November 13, 2025 – Final submission deadline for General Entry categories, Animated Feature Film, Best Picture, and RAISE form Sunday, November 16, 2025 – Governors Awards Monday, December 8, 2025 (9 a.m. PT) – Preliminary voting begins Friday, December 12, 2025 (5 p.m. PT) – Preliminary voting ends Tuesday, December 16, 2025 – Oscars Shortlists Announcement Saturday, January 10 / Sunday, January 11, 2026 – Casting, Makeup and Hairstyling, Sound, and Visual Effects nominating screenings (bake-offs) Monday, January 12, 2026 (9 a.m. PT) – Nominations voting begins Friday, January 16, 2026 (5 p.m. PT) – Nominations voting ends Thursday, January 22, 2026 – Oscars Nominations Announcement Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – Oscars Nominees Event Thursday, February 26, 2026 (9 a.m. PT) – Finals voting begins Thursday, March 5, 2026 (5 p.m. PT) – Finals voting ends Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 98th Oscars Tuesday, April 28, 2026 – Scientific and Technical Awards read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. 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