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Zara Woodcock

When are the Brit Awards 2021 and who is hosting?

The Brit Awards 2021 are around the corner and, unlike many shows of the past year, will be held in front of a live audience.

Unlike previous years, this year's awards ceremony is taking place in May as opposed to its usual slot in February.

It will also be part of a government-led research programme to see how big shows and events handle crowds while keeping safe.

The Brits will take place on Tuesday, May 11 from 8pm and will be available for everyone to watch on ITV.

Actor, writer and comedian Jack Whitehall is returning to host for the fourth year running.

"I must be doing something right to be invited back to host the BRITs!" he said of the news.

Jack is hosting for the fourth year running (JMEnternational via Getty Images)

"After the events of the past year, I think we can all do with a big night of music and entertainment, and I'm excited to be part of the show on 11th May."

The Backstage show will see radio presenters Clara Amfo and Maya Jama keeping things lively with nominees and performers.

It will be available on ITV2 and ITV Hub from 7pm to 8pm.

Maya will be hosting the Backstage show with Clara (Handout)
Clara is no stranger to the BRIT Awards (Handout)

Both Clara and Maya are familiar with the Brits, with Clara hosting the Red Carpet show for the last four years.

Maya even hosted the Brits' Facebook live stream from the red carpet in 2017.

As one of the first few live shows amid the pandemic, the line-up is looking exciting for the night.

Opening the show will be none other than Coldplay and they will be singing their new track Higher Power on a pontoon on the Thames.

Other amazing performers include Dua Lipa, Arlo Parks, Headie One and Griff.

The one and only P!nk will be entertaining us all, along with Rag 'n' Bone Man and Olivia Rodrigo.

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