Gettin' Down In University City

Danielle and Jason
July 31, 2010
World Cafe Live
Philadelphia, PA
Web Site

"World Cafe Live has been built on a simple insight: that a place dedicated to showcasing live music should be a place that attracts and inspires live musicians. The result is a three-tiered music hall in which every detail has been designed to optimize the live performance experience, from sight lines, lighting and acoustics to green rooms, equipment access and concierge service."

That's what the official web site would say about the World Cafe Live. I think they could have skipped all that and just said: "Wow."

This is, hands down, one of the most naturally beautiful spaces in the Philadelphia region. From the hard woods and polished surfaces to the detail-oriented and attentive catering, this venue flawlessly combines comfort with elegance, delivering an experience of pure, relaxing satisfaction.

Danielle and Jason filled the Downstairs Hall (a site that has hosted the likes of Wyclef Jean, Jason Mraz and Counting Crows) with some of the more awesome friends and family I have experienced.

I'm not just saying that, by the way...

I mean, Jason's dad played a banjo during the wedding ceremony. Other than Béla Fleck, who else would play a banjo at their son's wedding? It was outstanding.

It was a real pleasure entertaining their guests all night long, especially with Gretchen McHale and Kerry "Holy" Diver of the World Cafe Live consistently at my side, helping me to deliver a GREAT wedding reception. I DEFINITELY look forward to seeing them again in the future!

Congratulations, Danielle and Jason!



Click here to see some photos from their reception!

Agenda

6:45-7:15 PM Ceremony

7:15-7:55 PM Cocktail Hour

7:55 PM Grand Entrance
Bridal Party: "Sweet Escape" by Gwen Stefani
Bride and Groom: "Crazy In Love" by Beyonce and Jay-Z

8:00 PM First Dance
"Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper

8:05 PM Bride & Father Dance
"I Loved Her First" by Heartland

8:10 PM Groom & Mother Dance
"Just The Way You Are" by Billy Joel

8:15 PM Toasts

8:20 PM-9:15 PM Dinner

9:15 PM Cake Cutting
"Better Together" by Jack Johnson

9:20 PM-11:55 PM Open Dancing

11:55 PM Final Song of the Night

Philadelphia DJs - Steve Croce