Pros and Cons of Banqueting style seating

Pros:

Ideal for elegant event concepts
Usef for more formal occasions
Round tables offer more space for decoration
Great for workshops as round tables have enough space for flip chart papers etc.
Think about oval shapes of tables to better use the halls' capacity

Cons:

Not all delegates do see the stage unless cabaret seating
Less interactivity as guests can only speak to their seatmate
Need of larger meeting spaces
Cost for decoration, table linen and seat covers for galas

This type of seating is also often referred to as gala dinner seating.

More interactive: Cabaret style seating

Cabaret seating is a special form in which the stage facing side does not have any seats. This allows the guests to have a clear view of the stage while being seated around the table – ideal for group work. Especially for conferences, this is a great way to work interactively. The perfect event seating, however, the number of people must be somewhat reduced so that all guests have a clear line of sight to the stage.