Olivia Hill Hosting the 2025 SMPTE Gala
Olivia Hill has been making audiences laugh for over a decade. Named one of the New York Comedy Festival’s “Comics to Watch”, she brings her sharp wit and playful energy to stages across the country. Here in Los Angeles, you can catch her at comedy clubs like The Hollywood Improv, The Westside Comedy Theatre, and The Crow. She's been seen on Hulu and FOX--the channel, not the news--and can be found on your smaller screens with her social media presence across platforms as: @OliviaHillarious.
Attending the Gala
Join us in celebrating our honorees! The evening begins with a red carpet check in and cocktail reception, followed by the ceremony and dinner. We'll cap the evening off with music and dancing during the afterparty!
Thursday, November 18, 2026
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Red Carpet Arrivals and cocktails begin at 5:00pm.
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Gala Dinner and Ceremony begin at 6:30pm.
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After party to follow!
This year, 12 honors will be bestowed upon 32 individuals and organizations. Among these is the supreme accolade of the Society, Honorary Membership, which recognizes individuals who have performed eminent service in the advancement of engineering in motion pictures, television, or in the allied arts and sciences, counting the likes of Thomas Edison, George Eastman, Samuel L. Warner, David Sarnoff, Walt Disney, Ray Dolby, George Lucas, Richard Edlund, James Cameron, and Peter Jackson among its ranks.
Individual tickets or reserved tables of ten may be purchased separately or added to your registration. Pricing can be found on the Pricing and Packages page.