Why Drumming Kills a Bardic Circle

[Chris Walden]

On 13 Dec 96 Baker, Mike wrote:
> A known time "limit" (try to keep it a broad enough guideline to allow for 
> storytellers, singers, dancers, drummers, etc.) for each individual / group 
> can be the most useful of the tools for keeping a circle a polite gathering 
> to be enjoyed by all.

At open mike nights for comedy clubs they have the MC shine a flash
light toward you.  (The audience can't tell because of the stage
lighting.)  Getting the light means "wrap it up."  Full MC's
discretion.  Not quite what we're used to, but there's real-life
example.

Antoine
Bryn Gwlad