B.J. NOVAK
Saturday, February 6 in Mandel Hall
Show 8:00pm | Doors 7:00pm
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It has become obvious that people are cheating outrageously on the poll, and as a result, MAB has decided to remove it from our webpage. Though we have always known that such a format was open to people being dishonest and casting multiple votes, we felt it was important to leave the poll open and changeable, since University community members are always suggesting new acts and the price and availability of artists are perpetually in flux. However, what was once a few people skewing the results slightly has become unmanageable, and has made the poll inefficient at gauging student interest. We have never had such an issue before.
MAB will consider alternatives to this poll format; however, because it is necessary to have a poll to which artists can be added and removed, and that people are able to vote multiple times on IF the act they voted for previously has been removed, we are now presented with a fairly complicated situation. Because of this, we will not have a Summer Breeze poll for this year. Though we will try our best to figure out which results were accurate and which were not, at this point it's not possible to tell when votes were cast or which ones are legitimate.
To those who voted in hopes of bringing an artist you particularly like, we apologize.
Tickets are now available on sale from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the Reynold's Club. Come grab your tickets before we sell out!
Presale: $10 students, $15 staff | Day of Show: $15 students, $20 staff.
Saturday, February 6 in Mandel Hall
Show 8:00pm | Doors 7:00pm
Check out our facebook page here!
"B.J. Novak is an actor, writer, and comedian, best known for his contributions to NBC's Emmy Award-winning comedy, The Office. In addition to starring as 'Ryan,' the temp-turned-boss-turned-temp, Novak is also a co-executive producer for the hit series and has written many of the show's most memorable episodes, including “Diversity Day,” “Sexual Harassment,” “The Fire,” “Initation,” “Boys and Girls,” “Chair Model,” “Safety Training,” “Dream Team,” and “Local Ad.” He recently directed his first episode “Scott's Tots” that aired on Dec. 3rd, 2009.
Novak recently starred alongside Brad Pitt in INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS as Pfc. Utivich, aka “The Little Man,” one of the eight deadly soldiers on a mission to take down the Nazis in the multi award-nominated World War II epic from director Quentin Tarantino. The film was released by The Weinstein Company on August 21st.
Prior to the success of The Office, Novak gained recognition for his improvised performances on the MTV hit Punk'd. His role as Hilary Duff's driving instructor remains one of the most well-known of the series. Previous credits also include a dramatic turn in REIGN OVER ME, with Adam Sandler and Don Cheadle, and an appearance in KNOCKED UP, directed by Judd Apatow.
First discovered as a stand-up comedian, Novak continues to perform live and has become known as one of the most original and popular new voices in comedy. He has performed on Comedy Central and Late Night with Conan O' Brien, as well as sold out live shows at theaters throughout the country and at clubs such as Caroline's on Broadway and the Hollywood Improv. In November 2008, his show B.J. Novak and Friends at Town Hall served as the closing night of the New York Comedy Festival. '"
Tickets will be available starting Thursday January 29, from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the Reynold's Club.
Presale: $10 students, $15 staff | Day of Show: $15 students, $20 staff.
After looking into some options, we've found some bands to either be unavailable or too costly and have taken them off the poll. We've also added new potential bands, so take a look at our updated poll! Also, we will be announcing our WINTER COMEDY SHOW in two days - check back soon!
Hey everyone! Thanks for coming out to the Girl Talk show; we hope you had a great, and safe, night! Keep an eye out for our winter show announcement - MAB is bringing a comedian, since it's winter quarter and you'll need some laughs. Don't miss out!
We have officially sold out our Girl Talk show. We're excited to have such a positive response, and thanks to everyone who came out and bought a ticket!
804 tickets sold in two days!! Only 196 tickets are left for this epic event, so get yours before they're all gone! Find us at the Mandel Hall ticket booth tomorrow, towards the back of the Reynolds Club.
Hi all, we sold 512 tickets today, our first day of sales! This means we are just over HALF SOLD OUT. If you're looking to get in on this amazing show, you'll want to get your tickets now! We'll be in the Reynold's Club all of next week, or until we sell out. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday we'll be in the Mandel Hall ticket booth, towards the back of the Reynold's Club. Get your tickets while you still can!
Tickets are now available on sale from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the Reynold's Club. Come grab your tickets before we sell out!
Presale: $10 students, $15 staff | Day of Show: $15 students, $20 staff.
Regarding the venue:
MAB has received some questions about our choosing Mandel for a venue. We have considered other possibilities, such as Hutch. However, fire code only allows 320 people in Hutch, and most of the other places on campus have similar or even less capacity. There will be room for about 250 people at the front of Mandel Hall-- we don't remove seats, but a portion of the stage can be sunk into the ground. The first 250 people will be allowed down into this area.
While we know Mandel is not the ideal location, it is the best solution on campus.
We appreciate the student body's bringing their concerns to us directly, and try to respond to your wishes as best we can. Please feel free to contact us at the MAB email, uchicagomab@gmail.com, if you have any further questions.
Saturday, November 21st in Mandel Hall
Show 8:00pm | Doors 7:00pm | Standing space and seating will be first come first serve.
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Girl Talk is one of the nations premier mash-up artists, and known for a crazy, fun, and generally awesome live show. His funky combinations of top forty hits and high energy performance make this is one event you don't want to miss out on!
"Gregg Gillis, a.k.a. Girl Talk, puts on a serious show that will leave you both puzzled and elated. He is one of electronic music's hottest contributors and gives new meaning to 'laptop musician.'" - Stubhub.com
Find out more about Girl Talk at http://www.myspace.com/girltalk and http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxcCfqbazpg.
Tickets will be available starting Friday November 13th, from 11:00am to 3:00pm in the Reynold's Club.
Presale: $10 students, $15 staff | Day of Show: $15 students, $20 staff.
MAB's fall show is coming up on November 21st! Mark your calendars and check back, either on the website or Facebook, for further details on who'll be performing. We will be announcing soon!
43% voted YES (130 votes) and 57% voted NO (171 votes) to a large winter show/smaller Summer Breeze. We are going with the majority consensus and NOT pursuing the opportunity for a big-name comedian in the winter. Thanks to all who voted! Get hyped for an awesome Summer Breeze.
We've now put up an ongoing poll for you to pick the band/artist you'd like to see...so cast your vote now!
MAB might have the opportunity to bring a big-name comedian to campus, but if we pursue this, we will have to have a smaller Summer Breeze. Please cast your opinion on this at the poll to your right. The poll will close midnight on Saturday, so tell your friends to vote now!
Meanwhile, we will soon be announcing our Fall Show, so keep an eye on this page.
For updates on upcoming events, check us out on FACEBOOK.
We have taken down the poll - please click here for details.
However, we are still looking for your input for future shows. Please email Liat lbird@uchicago.edu with your suggestion. If the artist is available on our dates and within our budget, we will definitely take it into consideration. Thanks!