1 Increased amount of alcohol consumed because of increased tolerance; or, decrease in the effects of alcohol use without substantial increases in the amount consumed. 2  Reduced attention to personal and professional responsibilities.  Acknowledgement of side effects of medical complications from alcoholism.
Sitzprobe is a German term used in opera and musical theatre to describe a seated rehearsalâthe literal translation of Sitzprobeâwhere the singers sing with the orchestra, focusing attention on integrating the two groups. It is often the first rehearsal where the orchestra and singers rehearse together.
The average cost of a rehearsal dinner is $1,330âabout one-twentieth of the price of the wedding. While some in-laws foot the bill, more couples are paying for it themselves. You can still have a fun night. You just have to be strategic, says Leslie Lukas, an event planner in Bozeman, Montana. Mexican and Italian are generally bargains.