Report: Tyler Perry Studios A Step Closer To Restarting

It’s almost back to business for Atlanta filmmaker Tyler Perry. His much-heralded Tyler Perry Studios is close to restarting production amid the coronavirus pandemic.

That means his partnership with BET, which has produced “The Oval,” and “Sistas,” may resume some time in the near future.

Tyler Perry Studios Close To Re-Opening In Atlanta

He recently got approval from the city of Atlanta to use additional housing on his 330-acre tract at Fort MacPherson, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Tyler Perry Studios will implement rigorous health protocols, including testing, for all those who are summoned back to work, the AJC reports.

It is expected that Perry will use the extra housing to keep crew and actors on the property throughout shooting and production.

Meanwhile, BET Plus, Perry’s streaming service with the black entertainment network, continues to roll out new episodes of new content.

A lot of people who either move to Atlanta or have been here for a while want to work with Tyler Perry Studios. If you’re one of them, check out our guide on how to get hired there.

How To Get A Job At Tyler Perry Studios

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