Motion Picture Academy Names Sean Baker and Samantha Quan as Chairs of Marquee Theater Committee

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Sean Baker and his partner, producer Samantha Quan, as the co-chairs of the new Marquee Theater Committee, which reviews submissions and recommends venues to be included on the Academy Marquee Theater List. Additional chairs and vice chairs for the 2026-27 committees and affinity groups were also […]

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  1. The Dolby Theatre: Home of the Oscars: Opened in November 2001, the 3,400-seat Dolby Theatre (originally Kodak Theatre) in Hollywood has been the permanent venue for the annual Academy Awards ceremony since 2002, known for its grand scale and advanced technical capabilities.
  2. The Samuel Goldwyn Theater: Premier Academy Screenings: Opened in 1974, the Samuel Goldwyn Theater, with a seating capacity of 1,000-1,012, is located at the Academy's headquarters in Beverly Hills and is renowned for its state-of-the-art projection and sound systems, ensuring technically accurate film presentations.
  3. The Academy Museum's David Geffen Theater: Modern Cinematic Hub: The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which opened in 2021, features the 945-1,000 seat David Geffen Theater, a premier space for major film events, premieres, and public programs, equipped with cutting-edge Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technologies.

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