G.U Amnesty International present:

THE SECRET POLICEMAN’S BALL 2008
A night of music and comedy celebrating the 60th aniversary of the decleration of human rights

Join us to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Decleration of Human Rights in style with some of Scotland’s best comedy and musical talent. Hosted by Billy Kirkwood, acts appearing include:

Susan Calman, The Atrocity Machine, Chris Forbes, Jeff O’Boyle, Elaine Malcolmson, Wesley McRae, Spearbrave, as well as performances from members of STAG and the Cecilians.

Student I.D. is not required for this event.

Doors: 7.30
Show start: 8pm
Tickets £5 from G.U Amnesty Int or on the door.

The following people were elected to the Ordinary Board in the November By-Election:

Caoimhe O’Brien
Ruaraidh MacIntyre
Tom Quinn
Iain Smith
Lewis MacKenzie
Rebekah Mann
Faye Baxter
Sarah Rankin
Simon Wallace
Andrew Landels

Amy MacKinnon was elected as Events Convenor.

NEW COMEDY IN LACUNA
DECEMBER 4TH. 7.30 FOR 8PM (arrive early for seats)

THE WEE MAN: HEADLINE

Youtube legend “The Wee Man” brings his refined interpretation of true Glasgow culture to the QMU! You can?t say you know Scotland until you have seen this cheeky wee git!

Don?t be quick to judge on looks alone, the Wee Man may surprise you with sharp and smart comedy based on the life of a daft ned and the hardships encountered in his demanding lifestyle.

With popular shows at several comedy festivals - who ever said inbreeding was a bad thing?

The Glasgow tradition returns to end Term 1 with a bang!

Friday 19th December, 8pm - 8am

After being welcomed along the red carpet with a complimentary glass of bubbly you can expect to find something for everyone, on every floor!

This year, cheesy pop see’s the legendary FOUNDATIONS taking to the Qudos stage with their massive worldwide hits including “BUILD ME UP BUTTERCUP” & “BABY, NOW THAT I’VE FOUND YOU” - expect to hear covers from artists like Stevie Wonder, The Temptations & Michael Jackson too!

HEDFONE PARTY will be in attendance too, with 8 (yes, 8!!) DJs playing throughout the night for your listening pleasure!

Level 2 is transformed into a CHRISTMAS FUNFAIR, with the chance for everyone to win all the usual funfair prizes, as well as some extra special ones too!

The FLAIR COCKTAIL BAR makes a welcome return after its debut at the Freshers’ Ball - only this time, it’s bigger & better - with more added flair!

The CLASSIC CHRISTMAS CINEMA makes a welcome return too, after its roaring success at 12 Hour last year. Grab yourself some popcorn and sit back to enjoy classics such as “It’s a Wonderful Life” & “Elf”!

On top of all of that, there will be much, much more going on throughout the building … and lets not forget, the legend that is - DJ TOAST!

See you all there.

HEADLINE

Chris Forbes brings his wonderfully strange brand of comedy back to the QMU
after his hilarious appearance at freshers week.

From topics as diverse as “environmentally friendly weapons” to
“confidence shitting” you may find his material oddly relevant to you!

Practically guaranteed to have you hurting with laughter - make sure you
don’t miss him this week!

COMPERE

Kim MacAskill - Winner of the Breakneck Comedy Competition 2008

“21 year old Kim Griffin showed herself to be an
imaginative, precocious writer and one to watch” - THE SCOTSMAN

Make sure you don’t miss the next one - the last Pins+Needles of 2008 will be on Saturday 13th December - See you there!!

Show starts 8pm - Arrive early to guarantee seats.

Austin Low: Headline

Since his first gig aged 15 in Aberdeen, Austin has performed over 500 gigs,
done 16 shows at 10 comedy festivals and written & acted on American & British
TV!

At the 2008 Glasgow Comedy Festival; his joint sketch/improv show with Billy
Kirkwood “Smell your maw” sold out and his own show “Tales of an Urban
Joker” in 2007 was also a great success.

Iain Stirling: Compere

It’s quite an achievment to make it to the final of the Scottish Comedian of
the Year compition, but Ian managed it after only a handful of gigs!

Deemed “one of Scotland’s hottest new comers” by the Scotsman, Ian is one
to watch for sure.

If this audience were a jury his cutesy, cheeky persona would get him let
off of a murder charge.- Ha Ha Comedy, Scottish Comedian of The Year

He’s got an innate sense of timing, with perfect pace and phrasing to
enliven the routine?
- Steve Bennett, Editor of chortle.com

Plus Roo MacKenzie, Matty Findlayson, Gus Tawse, John Gavin and guests

We have just received the following video. It contains important information relating to the disused military base in the “Fear Factory”.

If you’re planning on attending Hallowe’en Cheesy Pop … you better watch it!

Cream burst onto the 90’s Northern clubbing scene with a swagger of sophisticated electro cool, making house music history.

Today, Cream hosts over 200 clubbing events worldwide, stage Creamfields in every corner of the globe and host the biggest clubnight in Ibizia!

Now is your chance to experience Cream Anthems, at the QMU!

THE DJs
Andy Mac
Andy is a Cream resident who plays a whole lot more than straight-up house. He rocks dancefloors playing everything from house, jazz and hip hop to drum and bass. He ran Liverpool’sfirst drum and bass club, has spun alongside heavyweight djs such as Grooverider and Goldie on The Metalheadz tour, as well as playing the role of tour DJ for live acts such as Tricky and Coldcut. Andy has DJ’d parties for Pharell Williams of The Neptunes and he is soon to fly off to DJ at Sweden’s no1 hip hop club, ‘Heimligg’ as well as spinning house at Cream’s Liverpool dates.

Niall Angus
Niall is the resident DJ at the successful ‘discoKitten’ night at Club Berlin, Edinburgh.
After warming up at the Freshers’ Week Ministry of Sound Anthems Night, there was no way we couldn’t ask him to return. Thankfully, he said yes!

New Comedy in Lacuna: Thursday 23rd October. Show starts 8pm, arrive early for
seats.

Headliner: Daniel Sloss www.danielsloss.co.uk

Since his arrival on the comedy circuit, Daniel has caused quite a stir - even
though he is as young as most freshers! Daniel has been rightfully described as
“a rising star of Scottish comedy” and has even written jokes for Frankie Boyle
which have been used on the BBC’s “Mock the Week”!

He is also one of the select few to get into the prestigous “so you think you’re
funny” final - with previous winners including Dylan Moran, Rhona Cameron, and
Johhny Vegas.

Compere: Susan Calman

Glasgow University likes to tell you about it’s favourite graduates -
particularly politicians. However they should probably mention Susan Calman a
bit more!

Susan was a lawyer for several years before going for a more ‘lucrative’ career
in stand up. She is now one of the top comperes in Scotland - regularly hosting
‘Wicked Wenches’ at the Stand comedy club - and gigging all around Britain! In
the past she has appeared on Channel 4’s “8 out of 10 Cats” and her recent show
“Maybe it’s your fault” got a fantastic 4/5 review from the List!

Also with: Dee Custance, Nick Morrow, Grant Gallacher, Karrie D,
Kalone and Katai Kasengale and guests.

Arrive before 8pm to make sure you get your seat!