Dance Instructor for the Guests

[dmamsquared]

I just read a rather lengthy wedding announcement in the paper (Phila. Inquirer, Images Section) the weekend before last. The groom had planned every detail. Each guest was escorted by limo. The bride wore two dresses, each one designed for her. I could go on and on. The most interesting detail addressed the time lapse from church to reception hall. Sometimes that time spread could be as long as 4 hours! During the cocktail hour of this lavish event, the groom had arranged for a professional dancer to encourage the crowd to tap their inner Rogers and Astaire (I know I have seriously dated myself with that analogy). I thought that was the neatest thing. Of course, I would need to belt a few before I let my inhibitions run wild!

 

[Gypsy]

You know... I guess if you got it, you flaunt it.

The tap dancing thing is certainly different and entertaining though. Thanks for the tidbit!

 

[dmamsquared]

Maybe it was not tap, per se. I think the crowd was entertained by two professional dancers, and then instructed by a third one. The couple danced to two songs. I remember one was Lionel Richie''s We Call It Love.

 

[Fancy605]

That could be fun. I think it would be neat to see someone have a ballroom dance instructor for the ceremony-rehersal time lapse.

 

[galeteia]

Actually, we''re planning on having a dance instructor at our reception. It will be booze-free anyway (FILs against alcohol) so we could use something that will loosen people up. Plus, dancing is a passion for me and I want it included in my wedding, darn it!

I will have a formal dance at my wedding, or so help me, my FH will spend his wedding night on the couch!

 

[fatafelice]

We are having a band for uour wedding, and they will likely be playing a lot of swing music, so I am trying to find someone who will come in and teach a brief lesson on the swing basics after dinner. I think it will make the guests more comfortable and hopefully keep more people on the dance floor!