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 Take the Usher's Right Arm Duties of the Ushers Ushers have more details to attend to. So be sure they are qualified to do the job. They should be specifically instructed as to their responsibilities. They pay for their own wedding attire. (Does not have to match wedding party - suit is fine.) They should arrive at the church 30-45 minutes before the ceremony. They light the candles about 15 minutes before the ceremony begins (if this assignment is given to them by the clergy). The ushers should obtain from the Wedding Liaison a list of guests for special or reserved seating. If there is an aisle runner. they should be aware of how and when it is rolled down the aisle. If there is no Program Hostess, the ushers distribute wedding service programs to the guests while seating them. Programs can be used to reserve seats for immediate family or important guests. They stay in the back of the ceremony site and greet late guests. They choreograph the opening and closin...

Who knew planning a wedding would be akin to staging a major Broadway production? To help out with your co-directorial debut, I have prepared a cross-section of the wedding day cast of characters. (Keep in mind that most roles can be played by either gender, and by as many people as you want.) This is actually a really long post in five parts. So enjoy . . . Huppah Carriers In Jewish weddings, individuals close to the bride and groom (usually family members or close friends) may hold up the huppah poles during the ceremony. They are often part of the shushavim (see below). Shushavim A Jewish term describing anyone close to the bride and groom who helps them plan and prepare for marriage. In many Jewish weddings, there is no traditional wedding party, but certain members of the shushavim (a mom, a sister, a best friend) might perform similar tasks. Koumbaro/Koumbara   The Koumbaro is the Eastern Orthodox groom's best man. (The Koumbara is the female version.) Trad...

Who knew planning a wedding would be akin to staging a major Broadway production? To help out with your co-directorial debut, I have prepared a cross-section of the wedding day cast of characters. (Keep in mind that most roles can be played by either gender, and by as many people as you want.) This is actually a really long post in five parts. So enjoy . . . Father of the Bride In traditional wedding circles, this guy fronts most of the cash -- that's no small feat. In addition, brides' dads have picked up additional to-dos along the way. Dad's chores might include airport duty, coordinating maps/directions to the wedding site, scouting potential locations, doling out tips to wedding day staff, and a variety of toasting and hosting tasks. The best part being the escort to the bride as she walks down the aisle. Father of the Groom He used to get away with fading into the woodwork, but nowadays he's suited up for action. In terms of cost contribution...

Who knew planning a wedding would be akin to staging a major Broadway production? To help out with your co-directorial debut, I have prepared a cross-section of the wedding day cast of characters. (Keep in mind that most roles can be played by either gender, and by as many people as you want.) This is actually a really long post in five parts. So enjoy . . . The Best Man Best Man/Attendant This guy (and rarely gals) acts as groom's valet (personal aide and advisor) through all stages of wedding planning. He's a fashion consultant, bachelor-party master of ceremonies, and commander-in-chief of the groomsmen brigade. His duties include (but aren't limited to): getting the groom to the ceremony on time; giving the officiant his/her fee after the ceremony; signing the couple's marriage license as a witness; and holding the bride's ring at the altar. He also is famous for his toasting skills at the reception. Maid/Matron/Man of Honor Whether she's b...