In my experience hosting and attending kitchen dance parties, it's fine to
invite more people than can dance at one time.
Folks seem to be happy to rotate on and off the dance floor if they have
food, drink and good company. They are also happy to dance smaller than
usual.
I'm intrigued by Alan's description of dancing a contra with 4 people, but 6
couples would be my minimum if you want good feedback on how the dance flows
and feels to the dancers.
I've never been to or hosted one that wasn't great, good fun. It's also
very helpful to have something a bit more suitable than a kitchen chair to
stand on while you call. Have a great time!
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
On 10/19/2012 6:06 PM, Leslie Gotfrit wrote:
I am a new caller trying to log calling hours by hosting kitchen contra
parties (with live music, beer and food). Could anyone tell me how many
linear feet I need per couple? My friends' home is about 24 feet on the
diagonal: how many couple in a longways can I (safely) accommodate? And
what's the minimum number of couples in a contra line so that is still
fun? Thanks for any advice.
