A space conundrum for you all.
I'm calling a wedding reception for approx 150-170 guests with a
designated dance dance space of 35 feet x 16 feet. No options for
expanding or last minute venue switches.
(Also note that the band rather than myself was consulted on venue
space. I've seen the diagram, and the space is at least well-used.
The dance space is arranged lengthwise at the end of the large hall
next to the tables. )
How many people (non dancers) would you realistically expect to get
onto this floor at once?
I'm contemplating some circle dances, some scatter mixers and some
longways sets. Maybe a single file spiral around the perimeter of the
room. The guests are mostly non-dancers, occasional contra dancers
and a few Scottish/ceili dancers thrown in for spice. I don't think
I can get all 150+ people into that space at once.
Thoughts? Calculations?
Joy Greenwolfe
Durham, NC
