Vőfély

The vőfély performs many of his roles partly by reciting comic verse which is based on well-known traditional forms but tailored to the individuals being married, and their families.

Traditionally well before the wedding the vőfély helps to arrange the marriage, discusses the details with the families and gets the parents' approvals.

The vőfély recites comic verse and keeps the guests informed and looks after them to make sure they get enough drinks and food.

Before the wedding breakfast the vőfély makes a speech then introduces the meals by describing them in comic poems.

While the guests are dancing, the vőfély coordinates the waiters, the photographer, the cameraman and the band in the background to prepare everyone for the next event.