NBC will air ‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special,’ hosted by Academy Award-winning actress/singer Ariana DeBose, live on Friday, July 4 from 8-10 pm ET on NBC, and simulcast live on Peacock. An hourlong encore presentation of the show will air at 10 pm on NBC.
The show will feature a star-studded lineup of special guests – including performances from The Jonas Brothers, Ava Max, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.
According to a press release, a 25-minute fireworks display featuring 80,000 shells and a projection show will follow, with Ahmir Thompson (better known as Questlove) and James Poyser producing the music for the fireworks display, which will be held at New York’s Brooklyn Bridge and the lower East River.
Will Coss, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks executive producer, said in a statement: “We light the sky and create tradition, bringing millions across the country together for shared experience and memory.”
Jen Neal, NBCU Entertainment’s executive vice president of live events and specials, commented on the special in a statement: “It’s the kind of unforgettable national live event that brings us together as a country while showcasing the power and uniqueness of both our NBC and Peacock brands.”
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