This page will be frequently updated with the latest news from the Tango World, plus information on relevant Tango Workshops and Events.
Darwin Tango Workshops - August 2008
The workshops will be held over the weekend of 30th & 31st August 2008.
For full details of the workshops follow the link.
TANGO FIRE is an irresistible journey through the history of this most seductive of dance forms. Period duets evoke the glitter and danger of the barrios where the dance was born, and the heady nostalgia of the early dance halls where it was popularised, while the group's modern choreography is edged with the sharpness and sophistication of contemporary Argentina.
This exciting show combines the rawness and sophistication, sexy and sensual side of Tango in an evening of unforgettable spectacle. TANGO FIRE is at the Theatre Royal from 1st July. BOOK NOW!!
“As the title goes, they were on fire!” New York Times
SYDNEY - THEATRE
ROYAL
Tue
1 July 8pm*, Wed 2 July 8pm,
Thu 3 July 8 pm, Fri 4 July 8pm*
Sat 5 July 2pm & 8pm*, Sun 6
July 3pm
Ticketek 1300 795 012 www.ticketek.com.au
*AUDIENCE MILONGA
Prior to the performances of Tango Fire marked with
an asterisk* audience members are invited to take part in
our pre-performance 30 minute MILONGA on stage.
A milonga is a traditional Argentine gathering where people come to dance the Tango.
The Tango Fire Milonga will commence 45 minutes before the commencement of the performance.
The group offer is:
Groups of 6 or more SAVE!
Tickets from $64*
Bonus Offer – Buy 12 tickets get one FREE, Buy 20 tickets get two FREE!
You can receive this great rate by booking through:
Ticketek Groups: 1300 364 001
Booking fees may apply
Australian Tango Championship & Tango Festival 2008
Unfortunately the Championships for 2008 has been postponed to a future date.
Visit the website for further details: http://www.tangochampionship.com.au/
Remember- ATC is a non-profit organisation, dedicated to promote tango in Australia
Club de Tango will be conducting their 2008 workshops in Canberra over weekend of 19th & 20th July, plus performances at the Monthly Milonga.
For more information and registration details, visit the Tango Social Club of Canberra
Our second trip to the Top End was as great success, with many people attending the workshops and including many newcomers. We performed on the Tuesday night with AusDance, part of "Four on the Floor", plus were interviewed by the ABC and podcast.
We also managed to spend three days in Kakadu, spending a relaxing time... watching for crocodiles.
Special thanks and appreciated go to the Belinda & Chris Glasby, Kelly Hansen & Chris Hart, for organising the workshops and our stay.
For more information and registration details - Darwin Tango
Australian Tango Championships 2007
What an amazing Easter Sunday at the Sydney Opera House.
Tango lovers from around Australia came to witness an entertaining afternoon and evening of Tango. The afternoon commenced with the Semi Finals of both Salon Tango and Stage Tango, plus interludes by the Buenos Aires "Quarteto de Tango" as well as performances by Gaspar Godoy & Gisela Galeassi, Sergio Cortazzo & Soledad Rivero, Fabio Robles & Ana Andre.
Then, following the announcement of the 10 couples for the Salon Finals, the evening commenced with a fusion of the Didgeridoo & Bandoneon and the ten Salon couples and five Stage contestants danced for us again for the chance to become winners for 2007.
Then while the judges deliberated, we were treated to more tango performances by the three couples, plus the wonderful tango music from the Quarteto.
Following came the announcements that brought much joy to the Finalists, and to us at "Club de Tango"
Salon Tango
First Place: George Milunovich (Sydney) & Jan Rae (Byron Bay)
Second Place: Richard McNulty (Sydney) & Sylvia Bembo (Sydney)
Third Place: Mauricio Hernandez (Sydney) & Wendy Oliver (Sydney)
Stage Tango
First Place: Federico Mattiuzzi (Sydney) & Hosanna Heinrich (Sydney)
Second Place: Matias Conca (Sydney) & Yanna Lopez (Sydney)
Third Place: Damian Thompson (Brisbane) & Anne-Maree Therkleson (Sydney)
We were absolutely thrilled to see our friends, former students and now "Club de Tango" members George & Sylvia taking out First & Second place, and equally satisfied to see our former students Mauricio & Wendy take out third
We also congratulate Federico & Hosanna for taking out First Place in Stage, plus congratulations goes to all who competed in this years Championships. (List of contestants)
Congratulations. also extends to the organisers of the event, which helps spread the word of Tango to the general public.
The final word extends to the lucky winners of the Milonga passes, Nelson Martirena & Sylvia Bembo, plus the lucky guy Alex Djioev for winning the return air ticket (for two) to Buenos Aires.
For more details on the Championships, go to the Official Website.
Tango Workshops at the "Mean Fiddler"
Club de Tango are pleased to have been invited to conduct an eight week Tango Course for Beginners at the famous Rouse Hill Irish pub, The Mean Fiddler.
Starting from 4th April the one hour classes will start from 7.30pm and with performances on two occasions, including ANZAC day.
The classes will be conducted by Peter Waller & Clare Hunt and the special event is called "Fuego Dance Nights", organised by Naomi Lieberfreund.
Full details and registration can be found on the pub's website, and classes are only $10 per person.
Newcastle's First Ever Tango Course
Saturday 17th February 2007 saw the completion of Newcastle's first ever Tango Course. The successful students completed the 8 week course, covering the essential elements of authentic Argentine Tango.
It was great to witness these new "Tangueros" dancing during the Practica, and to know that they are getting the best tuition available in Newcastle, and combined with their willingness to learn, they will become better dancers ........ sooner.!
See the class photo.
Club de Tango Workshops in the Territories
As always, we felt welcome by the Canberra Tango community, and we had a fun and relaxing time.
Then in November, we headed off to the Northern Territory, Darwin, and taught a series of weekend workshops, including performances, which were a great success. We had many new people to tango join our workshops and we are sure it will help grow the tango scene.
Many thanks to Chris & Belinda Glasby who hosted us with open hospitality, and together with Chris & Kelly for organising the workshops and venues for us.
We had a terrific time and will definitely travel again to Darwin in 2007.
Join us for the 10th Congresso Internacional de Tango Argentino which is being held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, between 15th and 25th March 2008.
CITA is the most important tango event in the world, bringing together the leading tango teachers across all styles of tango.
This will be the 6th group of tango
aficionados we will accompany to the home of tango. Our
experience and
knowledge of Buenos Aires, the tango scene and
leading teachers, as well as the top restaurants, shopping and
tourist areas will help you get the most out of your holiday.
Buenos Aires is a vibrant city, and experiencing the tango scene there is a must for all tango lovers. The value of the Aussie dollar to the Peso is favourable, making Argentina an economical holiday destination.
We will show you the most famous sights of Buenos Aires, and some of the more local experiences, such as our favourite places to shop and eat, including fantastic helado (ice-cream). We will help you get good deals for tango shoes and CD’s, and can make recommendations for anything you wish to do, from beauty treatments to the other great Argentine passion – Futbol (soccer). And of course, if you still have the desire for more tango classes and dancing after your CITA classes, we will make recommendations.
The tour will include:
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Pension style Hotel accommodation (includes breakfast) for 14 nights
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CITA 2008 package includes:
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24 x group classes (over 20 classes each day to choose from covering different styles and techniques)
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10 Milongas with live orchestras & performances
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2 theatre shows featuring the teachers and guest performers
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Sightseeing tour
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Welcome and Farewell dinners (excluding alcohol)
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Assistance with class selections for your CITA week
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Shopping tour for Tango shoes
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Dedicated assistance of your hosts, Lisa and Peter
The cost of this tour is:
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$2400 per person (single occupancy). **Land content ONLY**
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$2000 per person twin share
Airfares are NOT INCLUDED.
The registrations for CITA 2008 will commence Monday 19th Nov 2007.
The registration numbers are given in a first
come first served basis. The first person to register is given
first choice of the classes, then they follow on in order of
registrations.
The later you book, the further down the list you will be and the less choice of classes you will have to choose from. (Many classes fill up quickly and will be closed).
I always recommend if you intend to join us please book as soon as possible to ensure that you get the best selection of class choice.
Airfares are NOT INCLUDED in the tour price.
Prices ex Sydney for Qantas start from $2644 rtn including taxes, or from $2384 rtn including taxes for Aerolineas.Please contact me if you require assistance, as I am happy to make the bookings for you, and you can pay the travel agent directly. If there are 10 or more people willing to fly out on the same date, we can make a group booking for the flights.
To secure your place with our group, a deposit of $900 is required
NB: A cancellation fee of $200 will apply to any cancelled booking.
NB: Travel insurance is compulsory but NOT INCLUDED in price.
For bookings and inquiries please contact me at lisa@clubdetango.com.au
Don’t miss out on this great value tour and opportunity to experience tango in Buenos Aires. Everyone who has travelled with us in previous years has had a fantastic time. And next year promises to be bigger and better again.
Don’t forget registrations open Monday 19th November, so book now and don’t miss out.
For more information visit www.cosmotango.com
Australian Tango Championships - June 2006
They both represented Australia in finals of the World Championships, held in Buenos Aires, but were unable to bring back the any titles this year, but did manage to bring back other trophies.... shoes and cd's!
But we were able to get our hands on a photo from the Championships showing Clare & Tim on centre stage.
Our December weekend in Adelaide was a great success, with well attended workshops in Milonga, Nuevo, Valz and Fundamentals, plus a fantastic night at Siempre Tango's Christmas Milonga. There is a great write up and some very favorable comments on their website, ..... .... which is greatly appreciated!
So, we are very pleased to be invited again, this time to participate in " Tangomania 2006 ", held over Easter, in beautiful North Adelaide.
For more information on Tangomania 2006 ( workshops & Milonga's) visit the website of Siempre Tango.
Australian Regional Tango Championships - July 2005
Clare & Mauricio, Zoe & George, Olivia and Craig, Nerylin & Charles (and we had a hand in 2 of the other couples as well).
We are very proud, we are rapt, and we think you guys should hold your heads high. The competition was very very close, with the couples from Perth and Melbourne placing 1st and 2nd.
Club de Tango can also provide choreographed courses for Weddings, plus provide professional Performances for any occasion.
After our recent trip to Buenos Aires (March 2008) Lisa has stocked up with more wonder tango shoes........ sorry guys, just for ladies.
For information please contact Lisa at lisa@clubdetango.com.au
We now have our Tango Store up and running, with CD orders already being placed.
The majority of CD's will not be available anywhere else in Australia, so it's your chance to purchase tango music from some of the great orchestras - past & present!
Check out our range at Tango Store and if you have questions, please contact us.
For information please contact Lisa at tangostore@clubdetango.com.au
Champagne Tango is a radio program produced by Victor Avero and broadcast every Sunday from 10am to 12pm on Spanish Radio.
The program includes the music and history of Tango, with correspondence from Uruguay. Victor's knowledge of Tango is immense, and he is the only representative in Australia for the Uruguay Academy of Tango.
For information on receiving the broadcast, contact:
Spanish Radio on (02) 9723 4322 or
On air Sundays with Victor on (02) 9723 4333
For current information in English relating to events in Argentina, visit: www.buenosairesherald.com
