I think barb has a point. As a caller I am hired to teach and run the dance while working with the band and dancers in the most efficient and effective way. At the same time, I make it enjoyable so that most of the dancers stay even after the break because they are having fun, which is a key ingredient to any successful dance. I can only sopt potential problems on the dance floor and bring them to the attention of the committee or dance manager during break. Sometimes at mic, I do mention a potential problem while teaching a dance, making it seem like "instructions" for the dance. I found that works if I do it in a way that is informative and not preaching or lecturing. One time, a few dancers came up to me and thanked me for pointing out something on the floor. Barbara G Springfield, NJ -----Original Message----- From: Dan Pearl <daniel_pearl(a)yahoo.com> To: callers <callers(a)sharedweight.net> Sent: Mon, May 21, 2012 2:06 pm Subject: Re: [Callers] Duties of the Caller Role I can think of some others: Present a program consistent with the vision of the producer. If this means for example "one chestnut per night", then so be it. Raise the dancing level of the crowd a wee bit each time. Be as prepared as you can be. Dan _______________________________________________ Callers mailing list Callers(a)sharedweight.net http://www.sharedweight.net/mailman/listinfo/callers