‘American Idol’ Shifts Schedule on ABC as Live Shows Remain in Question

variety.com:

ABC is shuffling the schedule of “American Idol” amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The broadcaster will air pre-taped episodes on both March 29 and April 5 rather than airing both episodes in the same week.

Live shows were set to begin April 6, but that is no longer the case. The singing competition series is well known for airing live shows, but given the current ban in many U.S.

states on large gatherings, ABC announced Friday, “Regarding ‘American Idol’ live shows, we are monitoring the situation and exploring multiple options within statewide guidelines.

We will share a production plan as soon as it’s in place.” Now, ABC will air a rerun of “Celebrity Family Feud” on March 30 at 8 p.m.