Real-Life Communication -- Solution
This is what your research should tell you:
When a boy reaches
the age of 13 in the Jewish religion, his father should make a festive meal
for him. At that time, he becomes equal to any adult in the way of Torah and
the Law. And he becomes responsible for his own actions. This festive meal
is called a bar mitzvah.
The lavish parties and dinners for the modern
bar mitzvah are contrary to traditional Jewish practice, where the father
makes a modest meal. The extravagance is a relatively new development, introduced
only a generation ago.
However, it's not your choice whether the
bar mitzvah is lavish or simple. In this case, you need direction from your
client.
Planner Martin Metcalfe explains how he would begin to plan
for this event:
"My first task would be to interview the client and
get specific details of what they anticipate seeing in their mind's eye,"
he says. Then he would study Jewish food beliefs, because they're quite
specific in relationship to preparation, utensils used and which portion of
the beef is utilized. Rabbis, in some cases, have to be on the premises during
preparation time. Depending on the client's level of participation in
the religion, the rules may be very specific.
"Identify the absolutes,"
Metcalfe says. "Your client may have particular wishes that don't comply
with your own belief structure, but that's neither here nor there."
Remember
that there may be many more details involved in coordinating an event:
- The purpose of the event
- When it will occur
- Who the guests are
- How many guests will attend
- Budget
- Facility
- Food (including consideration for food allergies)
- Drinks
- Decorations
- Flowers
- Entertainment
- Photography
- Security
- Invitations
- Lighting considerations
- Candles for special ceremonies
- Seating arrangements or floor plans
- Audio-visual requirements
- Insurance requirements
- Medical considerations