Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes will host the 94th Academy Awards. This will be the first time hosting the ceremony for each of them. The Oscars will air live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 27 at 8 p.m. (ET/PT) on ABC.

"This year's show is all about uniting movie lovers. It's apropos that we've lined up three of the most dynamic, hilarious women with very different comedic styles," said Oscar show producer Will Packer. "I know the fun Regina, Amy and Wanda will be having will translate to our audience as well. Many surprises in store! Expect the unexpected."

"We want people to get ready to have a good time. It's been a while," said Hall, Schumer and Sykes.

"We're invigorated by Will's vision for this year's Oscars: celebrating movie lovers alongside moviemakers and spotlighting fan favorites that prove how cinema can unite us all," said Academy President David Rubin and Academy CEO Dawn Hudson. "Hosting this star-studded party are three powerful, funny women inviting us to laugh and cheer for the year's best and brightest in film."

"Imagine having one of the funniest women in comedy today hosting the Oscars... Now, multiply that by three," said Craig Erwich, president, Hulu Originals and ABC Entertainment. "Regina, Amy and Wanda are comedy powerhouses who will make history as the first female trio to host the biggest night in entertainment, and we're thrilled to have them at the helm to deliver an incredible show full of unforgettable moments and laughter."

Award-nominated actor and producer Hall is starring in the new drama "Master," on which she also served as executive producer, and is a producer and star of "Honk for Jesus, Save Your Soul." She recently appeared in the series "Nine Perfect Strangers" and starred in the feature film "Girls Trip."

Schumer is an Emmy, Peabody and Critics Choice Award-winning comedian, actor, writer, producer and director. She is a writer, director, executive producer and star of the upcoming comedy series She is a writer, director, executive producer and star of the upcoming comedy series "Life and Beth," and starred in such features as "The Humans," "I Feel Pretty"and "Trainwreck," which she also wrote.

Sykes is an Emmy-winning writer, comedian, actor and producer. She is a creator, executive producer, writer and star of the comedy series "The Upshaws" and can be seen in the series "History of the World; Part II." Her credits also include the stand-up special "Wanda Sykes: Not Normal," "The Other Two" and "Monster-in-Law."

IN OTHER OSCAR NEWS:

ACADEMY'S OSCAR WEEK EVENTS CELEBRATE THIS YEAR'S NOMINEES

In the week leading up to the 94th Oscars, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a series of public programs celebrating this year's nominees in the Animated Feature Film, Documentary Feature, Documentary Short Subject, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, and Animated and Live Action Short Film categories. All events will be held at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.

The Oscar Week Schedule Is As Follows:

OSCAR WEEK: SHORTS

March 22, 7:00 p.m.Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Hosted by Academy Short Films and Feature Animation Branch Governor Jon Bloom. The Academy celebrates the nominated films and filmmakers in the Animated Short Film and Live Action Short Film categories. The evening will include a screening of all 10 nominated shorts in their entirety, as well as introductions by all the nominated filmmakers (schedules permitting).

OSCAR WEEK: DOCUMENTARIES:

March 23, 7:30 p.m. Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Hosted by Academy Documentary Branch Governors Kate Amend, Jean Tsien and Roger Ross Williams. The Academy showcases the nominated films and filmmakers in the Documentary Short Subject and Documentary Feature categories. The evening will include a presentation of clips from this year's nominated films with introductions by the nominees (schedules permitting).

OSCAR WEEK: INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM:

March 24, 7:30 p.m., Samuel Goldwyn Theater: Hosted by International Feature Film Award Executive Committee co-chairs Susanne Bier and Rajendra Roy. The Academy celebrates this year's nominees for Best International Feature Film. The evening will feature clips from each nominated film, as well as a panel discussion with the directors (schedules permitting).

OSCAR WEEK: ANIMATED FEATURE FILM:

March 26, 10 a.m., Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Hosted by Academy Short Films and Feature Animation Branch Governors Bonnie Arnold and Jennifer Yuh Nelson. The Academy celebrates the films and filmmakers nominated for "Best Animated Feature Film." The morning event will feature clips from each film, with an onstage discussion with each group of nominated filmmakers (schedules permitting).

OSCAR WEEK: MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING SYMPOSIUM:

March 26, 2 p.m., Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Hosted by Academy Makeup Artists and Hairstylists Branch Governors Howard Berger, Bill Corso and Linda Flowers. The Academy spotlights the artists nominated for the Makeup and Hairstyling award. The afternoon event will include a screening of the bake-off reels that Academy branch members viewed before voting on the nominated films. Each will be followed by a discussion panel with the nominees (schedules permitting).

Tickets are available at Oscars.org. Tickets are $5 for the general public and $3 for Academy members, Academy Museum members and students with a valid ID. Doors open one hour prior to each event. All ticketed seating is unreserved. For more information, visit Oscars.org or call (310) 247-3600.

Note: Attendees will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or negative COVID-19 PCR test. Masks will be required. Public programming for 2022 Oscar Week is made possible in part by the Ruderman Family Foundation, which promotes authentic representation in the entertainment industry and full inclusion of people with disabilities throughout all sectors of society.

ABOUT THE ACADEMY:

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 10,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.

Editor's Note: Information used in this report obtained from the Oscars publicity department.