We're planning a pre-ceremony reception, followed by ceremony and then a sit-down dinner, all at the same venue.
1. Does this work? 6 - Champagne, sushi station, passed hors d'oeuvres
6:45 Ceremony 7:30 Dinner - seated (about 80)
The dinner will be very low-key elegant - no garter, no dancing, but we will have a live Ladino performer. Should she be in the background through meals and just sing during course changes?
Typically, a prewedding reception is a no-no. But, yours really isn't a reception in the traditional sense and is at the same venue, same day. It just seems as if your guests are greeted with a cocktail hour before the ceremony. It is very gracious and I wish more events were planned with a host's guests' comfort in mind. A planner would know more about the timing though.
A planner would know more about the singer as well. But, it seems that she could sing during the meal if you prefer.
In my opinion, I love the way your event is planned--very elegant.
You may want to reconsider drinking alcohol before the ceremony. You'll want that time to be pretty serious/somber. Plus, your clergy or officiant may have issue with marrying a couple who have been drinking.
If your Latino singer is going to performing during the meal service, ask her to sing some mellow, background selections when your guests are eating.
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I totally agree with the Queen. The pre ceremony is a total loss of control for guests and requires breaking up conversation groups to get the guests moved to the ceremony area. Although it is a very thoughtful gesture it can be very disruptive and time consuming.
It would be very nice for some very low, mellow music during dinner. Nancy Tucker President of Weddings Beautiful US http://www.weddingsbeautiful.com
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