31 October 2025 – LA28 has announced the production team that will bring the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games to life. Ben Winston, the Emmy Award-winning producer behind the Paris-to-LA Olympic Handover in 2024, will serve as Executive Producer and Creative Director, with experienced Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies producer Scott Givens as Executive Producer – Production.
KEY FACTS
- Creative leadership: Ben Winston (14-time Emmy winner) and Scott Givens (producer of 63 global ceremonies) confirmed as Executive Producers for the LA28 Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
- Proven expertise: Winston brings experience from major productions like The Grammys and the Paris-to-LA Olympic Handover; Givens has worked on 15 Olympic Games and received the Olympic Order.
- Mark the dates: The LA28 Olympic Games run from 14 to 30 July 2028, followed by the Paralympic Games from 15 to 27 August – LA’s third Olympics and first Paralympics.
“We searched the world for partners who could blend artistic vision and flawless execution at the highest level,” said Peter Rice, LA28 Head of Ceremonies and Content and Executive Producer. “Ben Winston and Scott Givens are two of the most accomplished producers in live entertainment today. Their combined expertise brings together the creative storytelling and production excellence needed to deliver ceremonies worthy of the Olympic and Paralympic stage, that will showcase Los Angeles as the entertainment capital of the world while celebrating the athletes who inspire us all.”
WHAT EXPERIENCE DO BEN WINSTON AND SCOTT GIVENS BRING?
Winston, a 14-time Emmy Award winner, will build on the creative foundation he established with the Paris-to-LA Olympic Handover Celebration, featuring Tom Cruise, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Billie Eilish, H.E.R. and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers. His additional credits include “The Grammys,” “The Late Late Show with James Corden,” and “Friends: The Reunion”, in addition to multiple specials including “Adele: One Night Only” and “Elton John: A Farewell from Dodger Stadium”.
The Olympic Games and Paralympic Games represent the pinnacle of human achievement, and Los Angeles, the home of storytelling, offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine what these ceremonies can be. I couldn’t be more honoured, grateful and delighted to take on this role, and to work alongside Peter, Scott and the whole LA28 team, to create unforgettable ceremonies that will truly inspire and entertain, while cerebrating the Olympic and Paralympic spirit and the creative energy of this city.
Ben Winston, Executive Producer and Creative Director
Givens has produced more than 400 major live events, held roles at 15 Olympic Games and produced 63 global ceremonies. He is a recipient of the prestigious Olympic Order, one of the highest honours awarded by the International Olympic Committee.
These Ceremonies represent the ultimate challenge in live production – bringing together global headliners, thousands of performers, best-in-class technologies and split-second timing on the world’s biggest stage. I’m thrilled to partner with the incredibly talented LA28 team alongside Ben and Peter to execute a vision that honours the athletes and creates a unifying memory for Los Angeles, California, our nation and a global broadcast audience in the billions.
Scott Givens, Executive Producer – Production
WHAT ARE THE DATES OF THE LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES?
The LA28 Olympic Games will take place from 14 to 30 July 2028, followed by the Paralympic Games from 15 to 27 August. This will mark the third time Los Angeles has hosted the Olympic Games and the first time it has hosted the Paralympic Games. Find out more about LA28 here.
