tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55390249473037982752024-02-06T21:08:42.719-08:00Inside AMPAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.comBlogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-40645574201010716242010-11-14T17:13:00.000-08:002010-11-14T17:31:05.340-08:00Why We Love UsWe don't know how you all run your clubs, and we're not trying to brag here or anything, but AMPub knows how to hold a meeting. First of all, there are the treats. What's a better way to spend a Sunday evening than sitting around a table, eating freshly-baked chocolate chip cookies and talking about how to hype up AMP's sweet events? Clearly trumps studying. <br /><br />Secondly, dudes, we're in the process of planning our budget for next semester, and it's gonna be awesome. You all like free stuff? Well, get excited for some more free things in the great tradition of our AMP sunglasses. Lastly, our sick-nasty guerrilla event for next semester is literally going to be the best thing ever. Again, not to brag or anything. Stay on the lookout for a crazy afternoon come next semester!<br /><br />AMPub, we got it on lock. See you next semester, yo.Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-66079053193752676342010-10-19T11:00:00.000-07:002010-10-19T11:17:48.117-07:00World Music Showcase CancellationThe Homebrew Committee would like to issue a sincere apology in regards to the cancellation of the World Music Showcase. We ran into some scheduling issues and had to cancel the event last minute. We were all really looking forward to the event, but certain circumstances rendered it unworkable. We really appreciate the support we got from a number of performers, which made the cancellation that much more difficult. This, however, will not be viewed as a failure, but as a learning experience. We will continue to work hard to bring you the best possible events featuring student talent. Since we were really devoted to this event idea, we may attempt to give it a second go in the spring. Be on the lookout for that and be sure to check out this semester's remaining Homebrews.Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-16095814421789227862010-10-16T14:22:00.000-07:002010-10-16T20:52:44.992-07:00Baby Wants AMP<iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwR66RqftFaO_vH_zZHJwFO6XtlQaEVBfYVFVpRZfhxq91jVcWoeNJZ46v0o6FYAAygF-vCkexML-Vt61iRxw' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-43856403699196852692010-10-01T07:13:00.000-07:002010-10-01T08:00:51.272-07:00Intern Blogday!Once again... It is Friday morning. I think this will be a common trend in my blog entries, especially since I have officially decided that Friday = Blogday. So, from the AMP office at 10:17am, I would like to wish you all a very Merry Blogday! The first of many.<br /> Speaking of trends in blogs, Interns. I can guarantee that for the rest of the year, Interns will be a very common theme to my blogs. In fact, it will be my only theme. Especially now, when I finally have an Intern Committee. I promised the rest of Exec Board that my Interns would be faster, stronger, smarter, and more AMPtastic than ever before. I have yet to test all of these traits, but I am feeling pretty confident in my promise. Although, our strength and speed as a committee won’t be officially tested until AMP wide dodge ball, I think other committees should be getting at least a little nervous. The Interns are out for blood, even if they don’t know it yet.<br /> Between Intern meetings, events and mandatory fitness training for dodge ball (just kidding?), my hope is to keep the Intern’s committee continually involved and learning about AMP. The most important thing about being an Intern, in my opinion, is to gain as much knowledge about different types of event planning as possible.<br /> What exactly do Interns do? Heck if I know. And that is the beauty of an Intern committee. Interns are able to explore any type of event planning that they choose, as long as it stays within the confines of the budget. My hope is that I can give the Intern’s enough direction so that events are successful, but enough space so that any major decision is made by them. <br /> Once again, I would like to wish you a Merry Blogday. It is now 10:59am, but I swear, I haven’t only been writing this blog in that time. I would hate for anyone to think that I was that slow of a typer or that slow of a thinker. My time has been consumed by emails, voicemail checking, event planning and just thinking about how wonderful my new Intern committee really is.<br />-Lora FarisAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-16167888771706214472010-09-27T09:42:00.000-07:002010-09-27T10:14:35.422-07:00AMPub- Behind the Scenes and All AroundThe AMP Publicity Committee would love to take some time to let you in behind the scenes of those awesome flyers, fun videos, and marvelous mobiles. This semester AMP has a lot planned for the W&M community and AMP Publicity (AMPub as we lovingly call it) brings all the details of each event to you. You may not see us in person at events, and perhaps you're not quite certain how those flyers go up or who we really are, but we are working around the clock to bring you all the info you need about upcoming AMP events on campus.<br /><br />This week look out for us passing out some mini cereal boxes in the Sadler Center on Wednesday to get you ready for <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#%21/event.php?eid=153399981350178&ref=ts">AMPtoons</a> this coming Friday 10/1. While in the SC, be sure to take a look at "The Jon"- our monthly newsletter conveniently located right in each bathroom stall. Around campus you might see us running around campus in bizarre fashion- don't be alarmed. We've started filming our notorious <a href="http://www.facebook.com/AlmaMaterProductions?v=app_2392950137&ref=ts">AMP videos</a> again this semester! We'll be posting these on Facebook and right here on the blog for your enjoyment.<br /><br />AMP Publicity makes sure you are in the know about all of AMP's events on campus this semester. Definitely keep an eye out- while we may seem behind the scenes, we're everywhere you want to be.<br /><br />You know you love us,<br /><br />XOXO AMPub<br /><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(153, 153, 153);font-family:Arial;font-size:100%;" ></span>Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-88572848930723090572010-09-23T09:57:00.001-07:002010-09-23T10:16:15.973-07:00Fiasco @ 5A little over a year ago, I was at a festival in Paris called Rock-en-Seine. Oasis was scheduled to headline the evening after Vampire Weekend. Vampire Weekend took to the gigantic stage and proceeded to roar through a set featuring many new songs, that would later be released on <em>Contra</em>. After they finished, the stage crew came on for the set change. After 45 minutes, it looked as if the stage crew was sort of idling about onstage, not really sure what to do, simply waiting. I started to suspect that something wrong was happening. At festivals, where they're on such tight schedules set changes shouldn't take this long. Anyways, after 90 minutes we got an announcement that Oasis will no longer be playing because Liam and Noel just got in a huge fight in the dressing room before they were meant to take the stage (surprise surprise). Apparently, Liam smashed Noel's guitar.<br /><br />Heading home I was imagining how much of a nightmare that must've been for the production crew of the festival. To have to cancel a show due to issues with the artist is extremely disappointing for everyone involved, including the audience.<br /><br />AMP Music faced a similar situation last week.<br /><br />Last Friday, AMP unfortunately had to cancel our Fridays @ 5 show because the band failed to arrive. This is the first time anything like this has happened in recent Fridays @ 5 history.<br /><br />In our contract with the scheduled band, Suburban District, we stated that they need to arrive by 3 and set-up by 3:30. For whatever reason, when 6pm rolled around and they still hadn't arrived, we decided it would be best to cancel the show as opposed to hastily throw something together.<br /><br />We're terrible sorry that this had to happen. The circumstances were unforeseen and we thought we provided the best solution given what we had to work with (no artist).<br /><br />Fortunately, our Fridays @ 5 series this semester will be wrapping up with a great band called Wild Nothing. They've been getting a lot of coverage on Pitcfork lately. Watch them perform the streets of Vienna here, <a href="http://pitchfork.com/forkcast/14860-your-rabbit-feet-gemini-live-in-vienna/">http://pitchfork.com/forkcast/14860-your-rabbit-feet-gemini-live-in-vienna/</a><br /><br />Again, AMP Music is terribly sorry for the cancelled show last week. Looking forward to seeing you next FRIDAY!<br /><br />-AMP MusicAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-3582190028585509692010-09-21T11:48:00.000-07:002010-09-21T12:22:59.911-07:00William and Mary, brewing a large pot of comedyThere were a lot of reports of large amounts of laughter emenating from Lodge 1 this past Saturday. That's because ComedyBrew happened and people were lol-ing and rotfl-ing all over the place. 7th Grade Sketch Comedy kicked off the night with a side-splitting set of comedic sketches. Next was the student stand-up competition that pitted five of W&M's funniest jokesters against each other for the chance to win $100. Each competitor had there own distinct style, and needless to say were all hilarious. Finally, Sara Schaefer, an alum who now writes for Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, performed a set of stand-up. The crowd really responded to her W&M specific jokes, giving shout-outs to DuPont and other aspects of W&M life during her set. At the end of the night, one student comedian was crowned the winner and walked away with that $100. The five finalists that performed were selected from a pool of 20 students, and all did an exceptional job. It's great to know we have such strong comedic talent brewing here on our campus. <br /><br />AMP HomebrewAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-76013875085537399762010-09-21T07:20:00.000-07:002010-09-21T07:25:58.783-07:00"China Will Be Building Another Great Wall"Last Wednesday, former CIA Agent Michael Scheuer gave a lecture regarding what he considered to be the three threats to U.S. security from that Persian Gulf. <span> </span>The turn out for this event was great; many students—representing a vast array of different majors and academic backgrounds—attended to hear exactly what Scheuer had to say. Known for his strong opinions and his witty but sometimes caustic remarks, Scheuer definitely engaged the audience and sparked a lot of questions during the short Q&A session that followed afterward.<br /><br />We were really excited to bring Scheuer here because he has both theoretical and practical expertise in a variety of different phenomena (such as the rise of radical Islamic terrorism) that threaten U.S. security. His insight and beliefs, for example, about why we were attacked on September 11<sup>th</sup> and why we are losing the Global War on Terror was even confirmed by Bin Laden himself in 2007. This being said, Scheuer does have many strong view points and not everyone agrees with him on what he thinks about every threat to U.S. security, and we thought that having him speak here at WM would lead students to actively to actively think about these issues themselves. The lecture seemed to do just that. The buzz from the lecture still hasn’t disappeared, and teachers and students alike are debating about what Scheuer had to say.<br /><br />AMP Contemporary and Cultural Issues (Contempo Cult)Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-70779220317332656112010-09-10T09:32:00.001-07:002010-09-10T09:41:53.481-07:00Is That 6?? Oh No, 7. 7 Chairs On Which That Man Is Doing A Handstand.If you weren't in PBK from 7:30pm to 9pm last Tuesday, I'm sorry. The Special Events committee brought out the Golden Dragon Acrobats (looking a little like this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nkJv483W38&feature=player_embedded). The show constantly amazed the crowd. From throwing a ball in the air, doing two back flips and catching it, to fitting nine grown people onto a bicycle and riding it around the stage, the onlookers only paused from clapping so they could use their hands to pick up their jaws from the ground. It goes without saying, we were thoroughly impressed with the Golden Dragon Acrobats moves and flexibility. It was a mini Cirque Du Soleil right here in Chilliamsburg.<br /><br />And before the acrobats, we brought back <span class="abouthilite">4 Time NACA National Campus Entertainer of the Year as well as Campus Activites Entertainer of the Year, hypnotist Tom Deluca. As always, he wowed us with his ability to transform our timid best friends into dirty dancers and fruit lovers. </span><br /><br />After having our first two events go off without a hitch, the Special Events committee is relaxing a bit before we take on the Family Weekend Street Fair. Get excited.Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-57790085995761186702010-09-10T06:26:00.000-07:002010-09-10T07:20:39.064-07:00Lone WolfCause ain't nowhere in the 'Burg I'd rather be,<br />ain't no-one in the 'Burg I'd rather see<br />then the Interns of my dreams that will make me<br />Be so happy and not so lonely.<br /><br /> For the past few weeks, well months actually, I have been shamelessly plugging away to get applicants for the fall Intern's Committee. I have made myself that girl. The girl that has confronted you at the Activities Fair, obnoxiously put flyers all over your freshman dorm and has made an effort to connect AMP to almost every conversation topic imaginable.<br />I'm not sorry for my actions.<br /> In fact, I plan on doubling my efforts in the next few days. Get ready. I am down to the home stretch and I want to give everyone the opportunity to apply to be an Intern. I would hate to be confronted in a few weeks by someone who did not know that the Intern's program existed. Although, at this point, I am not quite sure that I would believe them.<br /> There are about a million different reasons why I am so excited to have Interns and only a few dozen of them have to do with ending my Akon-like loneliness. To be honest, I just can't wait to have something to actually talk about in Executive meetings. As we gather around the table and Chairs begin to talk about their upcoming events and how great their committees are, I try not to feel bitter. I will have a committee soon enough and I may be able to answer the following Update Questions better than I currently do:<br /><br />-What have you done during your first office hours? Any questions?<br />Questions, no. What did I do? Oh, I checked the email, the voicemail, sat alone and ate a bagel.<br /><br />-What has been your favorite AMP moment during the past 2 weeeks?<br />Another Committee's event.<br /><br />-Are all of your members showing up to things/ contributing?<br />I don't have any members yet. Thanks for rubbing salt in the wound.<br /><br />-Anything coming up you need help with?<br />Lone wolf. I'll be fine.<br /><br />How I would like to answer these questions:<br /><br />-What have you done during your first office hours? Any questions?<br />Question, how did I get so lucky in having such amazing Interns? What did I do during office hours? Oh, I checked the email, the voicemail, sat with some Interns and we ate bagels.<br /><br />-What has been your favorite AMP moment during the past 2 weeeks?<br />FINALLY HAVING INTERNS.<br /><br />-Are all of your members showing up to things/ contributing?<br />Oh course, this may be the greatest committee ever assembled.<br /><br />-Anything coming up you need help with?<br />(In keeping with a wolf theme). The Intern pack has it covered, but thanks for asking.<br /><br />As you can tell, I am so excited to get Interns. Probably too excited, but I think it is understandable after all this time of preparation. So in closing... An additional plug:<br /><br />APPLY FOR AMP!<br /><br />lorafaris@gmail.comAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-594387355419203222010-09-09T10:11:00.000-07:002010-09-09T10:24:20.287-07:00Rockin and Rollin Into the New YearThis past weekend we were absolutely astounded by the turnout for our Welcome Back concert with Eric Hutchinson. Over 1300 people came! Thank you so much, William and Mary, for loving music and coming out to our shows!<br /><br />If you want to check out more live music on campus, our Fridays @ 5 concert series has already begun! Tomorrow, we've got one of William and Mary Class of 2008's finest, Galen Curry. Check out the facebook event page here <a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=158351837514092&index=1">http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=158351837514092&index=1</a>.<br /><br />A year or so ago someone told us that a Fridays @ 5 show when the weather was nice out was his favorite William and Mary experience. According to weather.com tomorrow looks pretty nice. We've got the music, so all we need now is you! Hope to see you all there tomorrow!Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-43429322550398492182010-09-07T12:52:00.000-07:002010-09-07T13:05:41.112-07:00Homebrew ReflectionsFirst of all, I would like to thank everyone who came out and auditioned for Homebrew this past Sunday and Monday. We had close to 40 performers try out! It's great to know that so many W&M students are passionate about performing. Overall, the auditions went really well. We managed to stay about on schedule throughout the day, which has proven difficult in years past. The variety of acts that came out was awesome. Everything from quite folk duos to full on rock bands. Each performer had their own sound and style, and even though auditions lasted a grand total of 10 hours, the time flew by. The Homebrew Committee will be working this week to make their final decisions and schedule the acts for the rest of the semester. Keep an ear and eye out for upcoming Homebrews.Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-71473011663557206142010-09-06T18:59:00.000-07:002010-09-06T19:17:31.217-07:00I Know What You Did Last Trivia<!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">Hey All! </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Late Nite Committee has been recovering from kickoff and we started working on one of our staple events, the year’s first Trivia Night! For trivia kickoff this year, we decided to go with a 90s theme (I know! We’re excited too.) There are going to be five categories under the 90s theme- movies, sports, history, music, and fads (think pogs and dunkaroos), along with one special surprise category! </p> <p class="MsoNormal">Usually, when we go about planning a trivia night, we first decide whether or not we are going to have a themed trivia night- we like to mix it up. If we decide no theme, we usually each go about picking a few categories and then in committee we narrow it down to five or six. If we decide to go with a theme, we then work on all aspects of the night to make it as thematically accurate as possible, from music to food to prizes. To make up the actual questions, members of the committees break up into pairs and make up the questions, and then at meeting we check each others’ questions to make sure they’re correct and not too difficult. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">The actual event requires a lot of planning and coordination on the part of our committee- there are many roles to fill from emcee to music supervisor and many scorekeepers- so you’ll probably see us running around for most of the night. Trivia night can be stressful, but it’s also one of our favorite events!</p> <p class="MsoNormal">We have some exciting things planned for this trivia night (including more of the new orange Late Nite mugs!), and we hope you all will come out on September 17<sup>th</sup> in Lodge 1 at 9pm to see them!</p><p class="MsoNormal"> Much love, </p><p class="MsoNormal"> Late Nite </p> <!--EndFragment-->Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-43608842153962358572010-04-26T11:39:00.001-07:002010-04-26T12:37:01.698-07:00"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.<br /><br />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 <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_MVaCvgBC4">unexpected kinks </a>out before you all show up.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />So fear not our fellow Cera-ians, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_MVaCvgBC4">Youth in Revolt</a> 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.<br /><br />We hope to see you there,<br />AMP FilmsAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-88515838443096520152010-04-16T13:22:00.000-07:002010-04-16T13:35:04.751-07:00Practice Makes Perfect!!!Hello All!<br /><br />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!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />love,<br /><br />HomebrewAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-65376782581461839272010-04-09T10:11:00.000-07:002010-04-09T10:29:03.102-07:00Oh 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!<br /><br />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. <br /><br />Enjoy AMPril and we can't wait to see you at all the AMP events this weekend!<br /><br />AMP-Love,<br />The InternsAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-67087402666339589832010-04-07T07:28:00.000-07:002010-04-07T09:16:05.192-07:00My friend asked me if I wanted a frozen banana. I said 'No, but I want a regular banana later, so.. yeah.'<div>You've been a great crowd. You really have.</div><div><br /></div><div>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 <a href="http://http//www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dIjuwN6a7Y">Kumail Nanjiani</a> (Colbert Report), the CollegeHumor duo <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikX8Q7p18Gw">Streeter Seidell</a> and <a href="http://http//www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_e7-X9Q5Ys">Dan Gurewitch</a>, 30 Rock's own <a href="http://http//www.judahfriedlander.com/home2.htm">Judah Friedlander</a>. Chelsea Lately's inhouse biddy <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9M3m8xGtCkE">Mo Mandel</a>, the brutally crude <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5H5YHbrPRI">Eliot Chang</a> and the dearly loved/eternally prepubescent <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-2zo9DacEc">Bo Burnham</a> (Funny People, Comedy Central). The list is long...</div><div><br /></div><div>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. </div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGqHOl3nm7znPtVStqIel5kzT2njyl2nMI26IQqJYDqAoPV8dR17xc1UXspbgjpPEaqmfx5wwC62aHHQQTuA3O1JeKu2IQ9Ov7NMfS2Yt070LBmoOSkv2_Zl2Udm2g0qFwPIA21fJt-2M/s320/photo-2.jpeg" style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457423974141398002" /></div><div>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 <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWRyj5cHIQA">slap chop</a> some fresh bits for next year. Ideas being thrown around include: Second City improv classes 4 students, <a href="http://babywantscandy.com/index.php">Baby Wants Candy</a>, 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...</div><div><br /></div><div>That's it! Our last show of the year is this April 17th. <a href="http://www.sophiek.com/images/dwayneperkins.jpg">Dwayne Perkins</a> + <i>Special Guest</i>. Lodge 1, 9pm - and more details to come. </div><div><br /></div><div>You've been great. </div><div><br /></div><div>-AMP Comedy Productions</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-66443568601189321042010-04-05T12:37:00.000-07:002010-04-05T12:40:41.120-07:00TICKETS 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.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />We hope to see you on Friday!Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-74878692332899552452010-04-02T11:07:00.001-07:002010-04-02T11:17:23.937-07:00Late Nite Looking for LDOC Co-SponsorshipThis 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.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />If you are interested in this prospect please check out the Late Nite Portion of the AMP website: <a href="http://www.wm.edu/amp">AMP WEBSITE </a>or e-mail the Late Nite Chair: Dawson Lindauere at dwlind@email.wm.edu<br /><br />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!<br /><br />Happy Late Niting!<br /><br /><3 AMP Late Nite!Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-40974244889912561832010-03-30T21:42:00.001-07:002010-03-30T21:56:44.417-07:00If you've ever wondered about PUBLICITY!We know we're a pretty elusive group, but that actually just isn't true!<br /><br />How many times have you been innocently sitting on the Terrace, by the Sundial, or in the Dining Halls when suddenly you find yourself in the company of a large squirrel? We certainly hope its a few! ScAMP, AMP's giant squirrel, is just part of AMPub's approach to publicity. We want to be active and entertaining without ever harming your peace. It's called Guerrilla publicity, and it basically encompasses just what the name says. We hope to find you soon and formally introduce ourselves.<br /><br />AMPub has also been hard at work creating many funny, ridiculous commercials for your Facebook viewing pleasure. Perhaps you've seen our mock of "Where the Hell is Matt?", "The AMPover", our interpretation of the TV show "30 Rock", or "AMP Saints." YOU HAVEN'T? Well you should get caught up immediately. See <a href="http://www.facebook.com/AlmaMaterProductions?v=app_2392950137&ref=ts">this page</a> of our Facebook Fan page for some quality procrastination. You won't be disappointed. <br /><br />Keep a close watch for our newest commercial! It's Willy Wonka themed...a.k.a. probably one of the most epic things you'll ever witness.<br /><br />Hey, while we're chatting - have you seen THE JOHN? It's our newest publicity adventure in the SC bathrooms. AMPub figured that Swem didn't have any copyright infringement laws governing THE THRONE; why not give it a try? So far, it's been a lot of fun. We kind of consider ourselves a bit off-color anyways...so why not write a bathroom periodical? <br /><br />You can get a closer look at publicity in action at our outreach event in April. Find us and Internal Affairs out in the Sunken Garden on April 11 to learn more about AMP, make AMP themed t-shirts, and win goldfish! <br /><br />AMPub: making ScAMP your best friend since 1993.Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-33218994168038356402010-03-26T08:11:00.000-07:002010-03-26T08:27:51.367-07:00Oh the weather outside is frightful (or delightful?)Hello AMP-lovers!<br /><br />We, the Interns, after having to postpone our latest event, Story of the Stars, and with the threat of repostponing the event, we thought we would educate you a bit on the frustrations of programming with the weather. As you know, it is getting to be that time of year when it can be bright, sunny, and warm or cold rainy and gray, or even anything else in between. With that, the temptation for those bright and sunny days leads all of us to be more inclined to want to spend time outdoors, and AMP loves the opportunity to program outside as well. However, our fickle weather also means that at AMP, we are always working on back up plans (and back up plans for our back up plans).<br /><br />And then there is another dilemma-- what do you do when the weather looks iffy? Do you move an event indoors or do you try to wait out the rain? I know many of you have been to events that have been moved indoors and you were probably thinking "that didn't need to happen", however we wanted to clue you in on some of the thinking that goes into making these decisions. First of all, look at all the equipment that goes into putting on some of our outdoor events. For example, for Fridays @ 5 events, the Music committee arrives about 3 hours before the event is set to begin, and at that point they have to make a decision where to hold the event. For all of you who know about the <a href="http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20100124143919AApGjCn">dangers of hair dryers and falling into the bathtub/sink </a>you probably understand that electric equipment probably shouldn't be out in the rain meaning the committee has to make those decisions way in advance, which in Williamsburg, Virginia, can mean that the weather is bright and sunny come 5 PM. Annoying, yes? But wouldn't you rather have the event happen indoors than having it cancelled completely???<br /><br />And then there are those events that need a clear sky... like Story of the Stars. We didn't think it was a good idea for you to go stargazing in cloudy potentially rainy weather--- you cant' really see stars then. So we just ask for you to keep your eye on the <a href="http://www.wm.edu/amp">AMP website</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/AlmaMaterProductions?ref=ts">Facebook page</a> to find out when this event happens-- and we promise that when it does.. it will be absolutely spectactular (and the weather WILL be delightful!)<br /><br /><br />AMP-Love,<br />The InternsAlma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-83093363873222944942010-03-19T08:32:00.001-07:002010-03-19T08:40:43.377-07:00It's the Weekend of Interns (and just AMPtacularness in general!)Welcome to AMP's most wonderful most crazy weekend ever! We have a total of 10 events this weekend--- meaning none of you all better complain about being bored this weekend. Us here at Interns are ready for what will be our busiest committee weekend as we have not one but TWO events both of which are completely different but incredibly awesome!!! We know you haven't seen us out for a while, but we promise you won't be disappointed with what we're bringing to you soon! For the next few weeks we'll be keeping you busy with things like <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stars">this</a>, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stars">this</a>, and of course, <a href="http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/index.html">this</a> . <br /><br />Our first event is our very own Fridays @ 5, which we are super pumped for. Not only is Fridays @ 5 an amazing event in general, but it's our very own (thank you Music!) and it's the first one of the season! And if you have stepped outside at all in the past couple of days... it's going to be awesome! If you don't believe us check out <a href="http://www.myspace.com/rudezombie757">the wonderful band</a> we're bringing from good ol' Virginia Beach!<br /><br />And then just wait for Sunday (after attending all the other wonderful events we have this weekend)... we're bringing you something super educational, wonderful, AND delicious-- STARGAZING! Featuring <a href="http://glirby.people.wm.edu/">this</a> AWESOME PROFESSOR, you'll get to learn all about the stars and their mythological origin, while drinking delicious FREE Hot chocolate in your new AMP travel mug! A perfect way to end the weekend? I think so!<br /><br />So come out, join us for some fun, and keep an eye out for those beautiful blue shirts and AWESOME sunglasses ALL WEEKEND LONG!Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-79938528124454346762010-03-06T08:34:00.000-08:002010-03-06T08:43:41.713-08:00Spring Show Confirmed!<span style="color: rgb(0, 204, 204);"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Hey W&M!<br /><br />Music Productions here. We have great news!<br /><br />The Spring Show is FINALLY confirmed! I believe the celebration is in order.<br /><br />Here is the official list of artists that will perform at the Spring Show:<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">K'Naan.</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 0);">Wale.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 102, 204);">John Forte.<br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 255, 51);">Tabi Booney.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 204, 204);">Check out the playlist MP has created on <a href="http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=0410D063855A58CA">YouTube</a> if you are not familiar with any of them, or if you just want to start the party early!<br /><br />The Spring Show is on April 9th at Lake Matoaka Amphitheater.<br /></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 204, 204);">Tickets are currently ON SALE at the <a href="http://wm.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=245698">Box Office</a>, $5 with W&M ID (2 tickets max per ID), $15 for public.<br /><br />See you guys there!<br /><br />AMP & <span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">W<span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">&<span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 51);">M <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Love,<br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 204, 204);">Music Productions Committee</span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-71640676752288469872010-03-01T18:01:00.000-08:002010-03-01T19:47:51.064-08:00March is for Mallards, Man Love, and MoviesHey Movie Lovers,<br /><br />Remember when Bjork wore <a href="http://lipstickandpolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/Bjork_Oscars01RexB11.jpg">this</a> to the Oscars? It's images like that that really get us on AMP Films feeling nostalgic.<br /><p>Some of our other favorite Oscar memories include alumnus <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eseTSTeF_jE">John Stewart's hosting debut</a>, Hallie Berry's Best Actress win for Monster's Ball, and Charlie Chaplin's honorary Academy Award in 1972. We're hoping this year will mark another memorable moment: Kathryn Bigelow becoming the first woman ever to win Best Director for her stark portrayal of an Army bomb squad in 'The Hurt Locker'.</p><p>We also came up with some awards of our own including <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFXbyYGb-iw">Best Lip Biting to Kristen Stewart </a>and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9z76dum9Tcc">Best Period Bromance to Sherlock Holmes</a> (which AMP is bringing to campus the weekend of March 19th and 20th). But on a more serious note, we wanted to take this opportunity to share with you some great films we thought got overlooked this award season:</p><p>In the Loop: This political satire is just about as snarky and British as they come, which is exactly how we like our men...wait, what were we talking about? It's nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay, but we think it deserves a lot more. </p><p>Los abrazos rotos (Broken Embraces): This is the latest film from writer/director Pedro Almodovar who took home an Oscar in 2002 for 'Hable con ella' and whose other work includes 'Volver' and 'La mala educacion'. The man has a vision, and if you move quick, you can catch 'Los abrazos rotos' at the Kimball before you leave for break.</p><p>Bright Star: It's got poetry, true love, and a tragic shipwreck. And did we mention the costumes? Now if only they could have gotten Colin Firth....</p><p>Some other films worth checking out: Good Hair, Food Inc., Black Dynamite, Jennifer's Body (no, seriously, we liked it),September Issue, Rudo y Cursi, and It Might Get Loud.</p><p>Happy Watching,</p><p>AMP Films</p>Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5539024947303798275.post-80144742764213001592010-02-18T15:03:00.001-08:002010-02-18T17:31:14.472-08:00Spring Show Announcement<span style="font-family:verdana;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);">Hey William and Mary!</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);">Music Productions here. We have a HUGE announcement to make.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);">About the Spring Show.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);">Yes, we know, everyone's been talking about it, there are rumors going around. And we are here to say that...</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);">It's true.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:180%;">K'naan. Wale. John Forte. Mr. Hudson. @ Lake Matoaka Amphitheater. April 9th.</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 204, 255);"><span style="font-size:100%;">However, the contract is still in the works. So, they haven't technically been "confirmed" yet. But we are just waiting for the contract to be sent back from the agent now.<br /><br />We will keep you guys posted on the contract deal.<br /><br />We are all super excited about this show. We hope you guys are too!<br /><br />AMP and W&M Love,<br />Music Productions Committee.</span><br /></span></span></span></span></span></span>Alma Mater Productionshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09089335237435127349noreply@blogger.com0