Whether you have a religious ceremony or a civil one, there will be a section of the day where your guests will be mingling, chatting but also waiting. Normally, this will be the part where you are off and away having your photos taken, feeling like a supermodel, posing with your new husband. It is important not to forget about your guests at this point as whilst they are waiting to be called for photos, they still need entertaining.
Any music at this stage need to be low-key. Guests will want to talk between each other, catch up with family they haven't seen in a while and get to know new people they haven't met before. Also when the ushers are calling people for the photographs, they need to be heard. It doesn't do to keep a photographer waiting whilst ushers are running from person to person trying to catch their attention, and if this section goes on too long your guests will start to get restless.
A lovely touch at this point is a string quartet. They will remain in the background, but offer an elegant setting to go along with the champagne. The Cezanne Ensemble are such an act, who will not only play traditional classical music, but can offer a twist on modern songs.
For a different type of entertainment many brides are looking outside the box and choosing things guests can become involved in. A magician can work around guests as they mingle, keeping the conversation going and often providing an ice-breaker for those who don't know each other.
A photo booth is also becoming popular in the wedding industry and is often a fun element to the day, where guests can dress up and pose, keeping the photos as a memento of your day. At our recent Showcase Night, supplier Boothtube went down a storm.
There are so many other ideas now for your wedding entertainment is really is important to do your research. From caracaturists to children's entertainers. One great resource we have come across is Pinterest, and there are some incredible ideas on there - how about a kissing booth? Or maybe you'd prefer a flame thrower?
Next time we will be talking about the all-important Wedding Breakfast - in the meantime head over to our website where tickets are now on sale for our next showcase night in January!
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