Inside AMP

Monday, April 26, 2010

"You'd be the meanest wife ever, okay?"

He’s called “Loki” by the Norse, “Wisakedjak” by the Cree, and in Russia they just call him “Ivan”—he’s the infamous trickster making good on the adage “anything that can go wrong, will,” and those of you who made it out to Screen on the Green this weekend know he was with us Saturday night.

AMP works with the AV staff at the Sadler Center for almost all of our film events--which is great, because we're not necessarily the most techonologically savy bunch over here on the films committee. For our monthly blockbusters in Commonwealth everything's generally good to go, because the space is used to show films so often. For those screenings, we just test the videos when they come to us and then give them a quick run-through on the equipment before the event. But for events like Screen on the Green or Movies at Matoaka, where we use alternate venues, we make it a rule to set up at least two hours in advance--just to make sure we have enough time to work any unexpected kinks out before you all show up.

Generally this means our screenings run pretty smoothly, but sometimes the unexpected happens. Even though the AV staff had everything up and running by 6 on Saturday, when it came time to start the first film at 8, our techs couldn't get the movie going. As those of you who stuck around know, they were able to bring in new equipment in time to show It's Complicated at 9:45, but we didn't get the chance to show Youth in Revolt. And we can't appologize enough--we really appreciate your support and were so excited that you made it over to Trinkle for the event.

So fear not our fellow Cera-ians, Youth in Revolt will be back THIS Wednesday at 9:15 in the SC Commonwealth. Put down your textbooks and red bull, exams are still a week away, and you deserve a break.

We hope to see you there,
AMP Films

Friday, April 16, 2010

Practice Makes Perfect!!!

Hello All!

As we're sure you all know summer is right around the corner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Now most of you are probably going to spend your time working or traveling or maybe just catching up on some much needed sleep, but AMP will be just as busy as always preparing for your fall entertainment. So, in case you are interested in helping us out, we have a suggestion for you: START A BAND!!!!!!!!!!!!! That's right, AMP's Homebrew Committee wants to have more incredible performers than ever audition in the fall so we can make our shows even better. Play some piano, try out some new chords, write a whole album! JUST GET READY TO ROCK LODGE 1!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We appreciate all forms of entertainment so try to come up with something that we HAVEN'T SEEN BEFORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Juggling, miming, yodeling, ANYTHING!!!!!! For our shows we are looking for a wide variety of acts. We LOVE orignal stuff! The committee is filled with people who all have strong thoughts and opinions when it comes to music but we are ALL open minded! SO SPEND YOUR SUMMER COMING UP WITH SOMETHING TO BLOW OUR MINDS!!!!!!!!!

love,

Homebrew

Friday, April 9, 2010

Oh golly... it's AMPril!

William and Mary programming tip #1: Never assume that anything will ever be dead in April. It's true... in programming circles, April is referred to as the most over-programmed month of the year, which is pretty apparent if you look at any given weekend this month. And then add to that, all of the prospective and admitted students gracing our campus plus all the tourists who have ventured out of hibernation, and you have a pretty hoppin' town. Regardless, April can be fun!

In AMP, not only is April a crazy month for programming, it's also just a crazy month to be an AMP member. Due to the way we recruit, budget, and plan-- we basically have 2 AMPs working at once. No joke. So therefore, most underclassmen involved in the organization are both working the events they planned and budgeted for last semester and they are budgeting for and planning events for next semester. We all are basically two people at once at this point. For example, each of the Interns is a committee member on another committee as well be it Music, Contempo-Cult, Internal Affairs, Comedy, etc. etc.... However, for the most part, we are all thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to work with our old committees while branching out and learning the ropes on new commitees. Regardless, when you come upon weeks like this, sometimes April can feel more like AMPril--that becomes apparent when you see more blue shirts in one day than you can count on your fingers and toes. But AMPril isn't a bad thing... in fact, once May comes along-- we'll be missing our time with AMP.

Enjoy AMPril and we can't wait to see you at all the AMP events this weekend!

AMP-Love,
The Interns

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

My friend asked me if I wanted a frozen banana. I said 'No, but I want a regular banana later, so.. yeah.'

You've been a great crowd. You really have.

We've worked hard to bring you some of the finest up and coming comedy this last year and we can proudly say we've had a very solid lineup. The list includes Kumail Nanjiani (Colbert Report), the CollegeHumor duo Streeter Seidell and Dan Gurewitch, 30 Rock's own Judah Friedlander. Chelsea Lately's inhouse biddy Mo Mandel, the brutally crude Eliot Chang and the dearly loved/eternally prepubescent Bo Burnham (Funny People, Comedy Central). The list is long...

The AMPComedy team would like to thank you all for your remarkable turnout! We work tirelessly into the holidays, evenings and lunch breaks to find you these talented folk and you've played your part. How very Griffin mascot of you.

So what's the next move? With a new committee and a new semester comes new ideas. Standup has been a stalwart of Lodge 1 Saturday nights but we're looking to slap chop some fresh bits for next year. Ideas being thrown around include: Second City improv classes 4 students, Baby Wants Candy, U Choo -Choo - Choose Comedy and a Back to School Special: Alumni Edition (feat. Sara Schaefer, Patton Oswalt etc...) Tell us what you think, like, unlike, poke. etc...

That's it! Our last show of the year is this April 17th. Dwayne Perkins + Special Guest. Lodge 1, 9pm - and more details to come.

You've been great.

-AMP Comedy Productions



Monday, April 5, 2010

TICKETS GOING FAST!

Hey Music lovers out there. As AMP gears up for the Spring Show this Friday, we're keeping a close watch over ticket sales. We are happy to report that THEY ARE GOING FAST! However, for all you procrastinators out there, let this be a warning to go to the PBK Box Office to get your tickets TODAY! There may be less that 500 left.

As a reminder, they are $5 w/ a WMID (two per ID), $15 for Public. ALSO, the first 600 Fans into the Show will get a FREE AMP Rally Towel.

We hope to see you on Friday!

Friday, April 2, 2010

Late Nite Looking for LDOC Co-Sponsorship

This has been an amazing year for AMP Late Nite and AMP Late Nite funding in that in addition to carrying out the traditional co-sponsorships with other student organizations, AMP Late Nite has been formed into a full fledged committee supporting our own events. You may have experienced that please of Late Nite Trivia (which by the way is happening again on April 16th!) or perhaps you competed in the recent Late Nite Scavenger Hunt, but the point is that Late Nite is here to stay as a committee.

One of our missions is to attract student organizations to co-sponsor diverse events on Friday and Saturday evenings starting no earlier than 9PM and lasting at least 3 hours. Currently the ONLY day we have left to co-sponsor is April 30th, which yes, is the Last Day of Classes! We are hoping to have applicants plan events for Lodge 1 on LDOC.

If you are interested in this prospect please check out the Late Nite Portion of the AMP website: AMP WEBSITE or e-mail the Late Nite Chair: Dawson Lindauere at dwlind@email.wm.edu

Late Nite is expecting big things as the committee moves into its second year, so to get preference on dates for co-sponsorships, try submitting your Late Nite Application for next semester, this semester!

Happy Late Niting!

<3 AMP Late Nite!

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