How the Networks Will Fill Airtime on a Quiet New Yearâs Eve
In a typical year, shots of raucous parties from around the world dominate news programming. This year, the networks had to get more creative.
Times Square will be emptier than usual for New Year’s Eve this year, but TV networks are doing their best to fill the gaps with extra live performances and creative thinking.Credit.Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images
Published Dec. 30, 2020Updated Jan. 5, 2021
What becomes of Times Square when you take away hundreds of thousands of cheering, shivering New Yearâs Eve revelers?
It may no longer be the âbiggest, most exciting New Yearâs Eve party on Earth.â But it may still be the nightâs biggest TV production set.